Mayfair Life Magazine November 2012

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In the 50 years since Ian Fleming’s debonair secret agent introduced himself to Sylvia Trench at a card table in Dr No, global politics have changed beyond recognition. The Iron Curtain has fallen, the Cold War has thawed, the People’s Republic Of China has emerged as a superpower and terrorism has shifted into the digital realm, forcing James Bond and his colleagues at MI6 to evolve. Actors, who have been licenced to kill during these five turbulent decades, have brought something new to the party.

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London eateries have scored a net gain of 8 new stars, with a host of newcomers gracing the London culinary scene, as well as an old favourites going up a grade. No new London restaurants however entered the highly coveted 3 star range. This is still exclusively held by Alain Ducasse’s restaurant at The Dorchester and Gordon Ramsey’s restaurant in Chelsea, where head chef Clare Smyth took the reins in late 2008. She remains the only British female to hold the top Michelin award. Nationally two other restaurants have the honour, with the tiny village of Bray near Windsor hosting both Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck and The Westerside Inn headed by Alain Roux and Fabrice Uhryn.

The ceremonial gateway between The Mall and Trafalgar Square has been leased to Prime Investors Capital, the company behind the new Bulgari Hotel in Knightsbridge. Residential apartments are also planned with up to 100,000 visitors a year expected to pass through the hotel. The deal is dependent on Westminster City Council granting planning permission for the multi-million pound conversion of the Grade I GET THIS listed building.

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Contents 5 Local Life, Arts & Events 12 Late Night Luxury In Bond Street The Ultimate Christmas Shopping Day In London’s West End Get Your Business Noticed With Priority Moments Put The Shard In Their Stocking This Christmas!

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The Christmas Forest The Regent Street Gift Card International Wimbledon Music Festival Regent Street Welcomes Team Gb And Paralympics Gb Hampstead Christmas Festival Covent Garden Christmas The Village Westfield - The Ultimate Shopping Experience Christmas In The Village Enter A Winter Wonderland At Kew Gardens This Christmas Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Returns The British Military Tournament 2012 Festive Fun For Everyone With Macmillan Cancer Support Food & Drink Taste Of Christmas Michelin Restaurant Guide 2013 It’s Celebration Time At The Danubius Hotel Salvatore’s Legacy Is ‘Most Expensive Cocktail’

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Moyses Stevens: The Quintessentially English Florist Admiralty Arch To Become Luxury Hotel The World’s Best Equestrian Christmas Party Bobby Moore Fund Celebrity Sports Quiz 2012 Rare Luger Pistol To Be Offered In Auction Competition 68 Exeter Christmas Market Competition Fashion 70 Archie Foal Elvira Vintage Pop-Up Boutique Valentino: Master Of Couture The Ultimate Jermyn Street Christmas Hamper Returns…

Charity 78 Flying Trader Gives Profits To Children’s Charities Secret London Season At London Transport Museum Movies 83 Bond Is Back... Skyfall Education 87 History 94 The History Of Harley Street Health & Beauty Harley Street: Prestigious Private Medical Excellence Skin Check I Think I’ve Found A Lump In My Breast... What Do I Do? Luxury Pampering In London Dr Haus’s 4 Eye-Tech Solutions Learn To Bounce Get Into Shape The Easy Way Nursing For You At Home Shimmer, Sparkle And Party!

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House & Garden Create The Bedroom Of Your Dreams Winter Comforts A Cosy Winter Retreat Join The Revolution: The Stylish Approach To Hydration Beautiful Bespoke Hand-Made Kitchens Dreaming Of A Good Night’s Sleep?

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ow in its second year, Vendanges on Bond is a unique late night luxury shopping event held on London’s famous Bond Street. On Thursday 22nd from 6-9pm, Vendanges on Bond will showcase the charm of Bond Street at a magical time of year. Its elegant flagship stores will be open late, hosting an array of special activities to mark the start of the festive season.

Carol singers, stilt walkers, hot chestnut sellers and other festive delights will be lining the entire length Bond Street, which will be closed to traffic for the duration of the event, giving visitors the freedom to experience the wide selection of designer fashion and fine jewellery.

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At 6pm, on the corner of Old Bond Street and Burlington Gardens, the event will make a sparkling start when a special guest will ‘flick the switch’ on the famous Christmas lights, signaling the count down to Christmas.

Vendanges on Bond is the ultimate way to celebrate the start of Christmas on the world’s most prestigious luxury shopping destination.

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THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS SHOPPING DAY IN LONDON’S WEST END

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n Saturday 24th November 2012, Christmas shoppers from across the UK are invited to a traditional, magical West End Christmas celebration and traffic-free shopping day.

Oxford Street and Regent Street will again be traffic-free to celebrate the American Express® Shop West End VIP (Very Important Pedestrian) Day. Streets will be closed to traffic from 8am to 8pm with the main activity taking place between 11am and 6pm.

The American Express Shop West End VIP Day is one of the biggest events on the shopping calendar, and this year’s event will capture the joy of gifting at Christmas – on a grand scale. Not only will there be a fantastic range of promotions, the day will be full of surprises, with festive merriment, performances, and secret celebrity appearances planned to ensure this day is like no ordinary Christmas shopping day.

The weekend will be supporting this years’ charity partner which is Make-A-Wish Foundation® UK, it aims to grant magical wishes to children and young people aged 3-17 fighting life-threatening conditions.

A big opening moment is also planned to entice shoppers to head over early, and throughout the day, over 100 trained ‘West End Gift Gurus’ will be available along the street, to help Christmas shoppers looking for this year’s best presents, and advising where to find the most sought after gifts in the West End. This first ever on-hand gifting service will make it easier to find those special presents for loved ones, from jewellery to Christmas jumpers – the Gift Gurus can help.

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Keep up to date with the latest news on the American Express Shop West End VIP Day at westendvip.com, or sign up to our Facebook page: Oxford Street W1.

New West End Company is a company dedicated to driving forward London’s West End as the world’s top shopping destination. It is supported and run by major retailers and property owners in Bond Street, Oxford Street and Regent Street. It is a leading partner in the biggest regeneration programme of London’s West End in its history.

London’s West End offers a world-class mix of 600 shops, 40 renowned theatres, 30 museums and galleries, 17 Michelin star restaurants and 7 tranquil green spaces. Find out more at www.newwestend.com

For more information Learn more at americanexpress.com and connect with us on facebook.com/americanexpress, twitter.com/americanexpress and youtube.com/americanexpress.

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ive a world-first this Christmas: let your loved ones enjoy London like never before - as they take to the dizzying heights (800ft/244m) of The View from The Shard, the new premium visitor attraction at the top of The Shard, Western Europe’s tallest building and London’s newest landmark. The View from The Shard provides the most spectacular 64km (40 mile), 360 degree views of the capital. Almost twice as high as any other viewing point in London, The View from The Shard is the only place you can see all of London, all at once, making it the perfect first stop for visitors to the city.

The attraction is much more than an astonishing view. It provides a unique encounter with The Shard and offers an immersive, multi-sensory experience of one of the greatest cities on earth. As guests travel through the attraction the story of London is brought to life through evocative multimedia displays and state of the art technology, including unique superfast lifts which take them on a journey through the capital’s skyline, building excitement about the opportunity of having the entire city at their feet.

Arriving at the viewing galleries on Level 69, guests will have 1,000 years of history and some of the most iconic buildings in the world laid out beneath them. High-tech, interactive digital ‘Tell:scopes’ enable guests to explore the cityscape in every direction, providing information about surrounding landmarks and access to alternative day and night-time views of London.

The View from The Shard is the first attraction in Europe to offer these technologically advanced Tell:scopes which will be available to guests in 10 languages. From the viewing galleries, guests can ascend even higher to Level 72 for a truly remarkable experience, 800ft or 244m above ground.

Here, at the highest accessible point of The Shard, guests can stand in the open air, overlooking the city, surrounded by the giant shards of glass that form this sculptural building as they disappear into the sky.

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Tickets and NEW Gift Certificates For the best possible experience, with no queues or crowds, tickets to The View from The Shard must be pre-booked with guests choosing the time and date that suits them best for their visit. The new Gift Certificates, available now, enables tickets to be given as a present but allows the recipient to choose when they would like to visit.

Advance tickets and Gift Certificates cost £24.95 for adults and £18.95 for children.

Tickets are on sale now from the website www.theviewfromtheshard.com or via the telephone hotline: 0844 499 7111 (a handling fee applies for telephone bookings only) and NEW gift vouchers – presented in the form of smart ‘Gift Certificates’ – are now available to buy!

Renzo Piano, the Master Architect who created The Shard, is personally involved in developing the content of the visitor experience, working in collaboration with exhibition design consultancy, Event Communications.

Follow the progress of The View from The Shard Twitter: @shardview, (hashtag: #shardview) Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/theviewfromtheshard Pinterest at http://pinterest.com/shardview/ Further public booking information The View from The Shard will be open from 0900 – 2200hrs daily (except 25 December). The entrance will be located on Joiner Street, London, SE1. The nearest tube/rail station is London Bridge. The attraction is located on bus routes 43, 48, 141, 149, 521.

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Ice Skating at Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City 22ND NOVEMBER 2012 – 6TH JANUARY 2013

This festive season, shop and skate at London’s shiny leading shopping centres, Westfield. Take a moment out from gliding through the stores to glide the ice at one of two ice-skating experiences. Skate under the stars at Westfield Stratford City’s open air rink in Market Square, near the Great Eastern Market and International Station, or revel in the fashionable surroundings of Westfield London’s indoor rink, inside The Atrium. Fun Penguin stabilisers will keep young skaters looking like professionals and festive tunes will provide the perfect soundtrack for a magical experience. Look out for our special themed sessions and take advantage of the early bird offer of 20% off any off peak tickets purchased before 11th November.

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outdoor ice rink creates a wonderfully festive scene. Running for its eighth year, the ice rink offers a grand and historical option for skaters.

An ideal winter activity for children, couples and friends alike, visitors can slide across the ice while taking in one of London’s most iconic landmarks as they practise their spins and double axels or simply slip and slide around in circles. Cold skaters and spectators can thaw out in the Ice Rink café and bar by warming their hands on a hot chocolate or mulled wine and munching on mince pies. Open from morning to night, the ice rink is ideally situated for a lunchtime skate or an afterwork party, followed by a well-earned treat in the ice rink bar which also serves draughts, wines and spirits and provides the perfect experience to unwind and have fun. So, grab a hat, gloves and scarf and escape the hustle and bustle of the City and experience skating under the battlements by the Thames. www.toweroflondonicerink.com

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This winter add a little sparkle to your Christmas visit, take to the ice as the iconic London Eye presents it’s very own, open air ice skating rink in the glorious shadow of the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel right in the heart of the fabulously festival Southbank in London. By day guests can enjoy the breathtaking views of this feat of engineering and by night festive lighting will provide the perfect atmosphere to have some fun with friends, family and colleagues alike. Open 7 days a week.

Book online at www.londoneye.com or at the onsite ticket office.

Ice at the Tower at Tower of London 17TH NOVEMBER 2012 – 6TH JANUARY 2013

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Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park 23RD NOVEMBER 2012 - 6TH JANUARY 2013

Winter Wonderland celebrates its 6th year! The UK’s largest outdoor Ice Rink will once again be located around the picturesque setting of the historic Victorian bandstand, creating a beautiful centre piece for Winter Wonderland. Stretching over 1,350m2, the outdoor rink will be the biggest of its kind. You can feel the cold tingle of the crisp winter air, listen to the music and take in the festive surroundings as you glide around the rink in London’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.

An exciting new feature this year is The Magical Ice Kingdom, a spectacular ice and snow sculpture experience, unique to the UK. This awe-inspiring experience will take you through a fantastical world of real ice and snow. Created from over 200 tons of ice and

F E AT U R E snow over four months by 20 sculptors, this breath-taking experience will host over 500 ice and snow sculptures. The Magical Ice Kingdom has been specially created by Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and will be the biggest ice and snow experience of its kind.

Book online at www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com

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Natural History Museum Ice Rink 2ND NOVEMBER 2012 - 6TH JANUARY 2013

Embrace winter at their 950-square-metre ice rink, London’s most spectacular winter attraction. Set within the lawns of the Natural History Museum, the Ice Rink will offer an array of entertainment and events for all ages, plus a lovely Café Bar where guests can warm up in the most cosmopolitan and cosy fashion. For those who don’t wish to take to the ice, but want to soak up the festive fun and stunning surroundings, the stylish Café Bar will offer sumptuous food, drinks and entertainment for all to enjoy.

Book online at www.nhm.ac.uk or call the 24-hour Ticketmaster hotline on 0844 847 1576.

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Skate at Somerset House, The Strand 16TH NOVEMBER 2012 - 6TH JANUARY 2013

Celebrate the festive season in style at London’s most glamorous ice rink. Check out the Skate Club Night line-up. Highlights include Sunday Best Presents Bestival with Rob Da Bank & Friends and the Vintage Festival, as well as some of the most in demand DJs around Find your feet on the ice with Skate School and give your children their first glide on the ice with Penguin Club. Or simply soak up the atmosphere rink-side at Tom’s Skate Lounge and pick up the perfect present at the new luxury pop-up shop, The Christmas Arcade. Skate at Somerset House is the ultimate winter destination for everyone right in the heart of Central London.

Book online at www.somersethouse.org or call Ticketmaster on 0844 847 1520 Ice At the Palace, Hampton Court Palace 1ST DECEMBER 2012 - 8TH JANUARY 2013

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is delighted to be celebrating 10 years of winter skating this year at the truly splendid setting of Henry VIII’s red brick Tudor Palace. Situated on the banks of the River Thames, the Palace provides a perfect picturesque location for festive skating and even more so at night when it is beautifully illuminated. Whether you gather a group of friends, plan a family treat, impress a new date or decide to make a day of it at this world-famous location, the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is one of the most magical locations for winter fun this festive season.

Skaters and spectators can warm up inside the Ice Rink Café with winter warming drinks and festive treats and relax after their skate or watch others take to the ice.

Book online at www.hamptoncourticerink.com

Ice at the Tower at Tower of London

Ice Rink Canary Wharf launches with London’s first ‘skate path’ 3RD NOVEMBER 2012 - 13TH JANUARY 2013

Canary Wharf unveils its stunning ice rink, set under the impressive towers surrounding Canada Square Park. The 800m2 rink features London’s first ‘skate path’ which will lead skaters on a glittering trail under trees lit by fairy lights. Those keen to brush up on their skating skills can take lessons from fully-qualified and certified National Ice Skating Association (NISA) coaches. With experience competing in numerous British championships and passing on tips to the celebs on ITV’s Dancing on Ice, the team will have you spinning around the loop like a seasoned skater! Events will also be held and will include Sinatra on Ice in the Boisdale on Ice bar every Tuesday, with TJ Johnson & His Band playing Sinatra’s greatest hits, as well as a variety of fun filled family days and exciting themed evenings including Date Night, with amorous all inclusive menus, a Bollywood Night and a Dancing Queen Abba Night. Magnums of Perrier Jouet NV Champagne will be given as prizes for skaters who best reflect the theme of the evening will also be a regular feature of these evenings.

Prices vary, visit www.skatecanarywharf.com for more details on party bookings and ticket prices

Skate at Somerset House, The Strand

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The Christmas Forest This year, make your Christmas tree count more than usual

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he Christmas Forest has been selling Christmas trees in London since 1998, and is London’s largest independent Christmas treetailer, operating from seven sites in London over Christmas. Their trees come in many different varieties and are all premium grade, meaning they last beautifully throughout the Christmas season. They offer a wide range of varieties including the ever popular Nordmann non-drop fir with its soft luxuriant foliage, the heady aromatic Fraser fir, the classic traditional spruce as well as re-plantable living trees.

All the trees are open and clearly displayed so you can find the shape of tree to suit your room. The Christmas Forest brings the magic of visiting a country farm to the city and once you’ve chosen the right tree you can add a few more homely festive touches by shopping for wreaths, holly, mistletoe and even logs for the fire.

You can also now buy online and have the tree delivered to your door (London only) and installation.

Since 2006, for every tree bought, The Christmas Forest has donated a tree to be planted in Africa through Tree Aid. So far, they have planted 86,000 trees to date.

Trees provide a long-term, practical solution to poverty and environmental destruction.

The support Tree Aid has received from the Christmas Forest

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over the last four years has been a lifeline for African families using trees to battle poverty and climate change. Every tree sold by the Christmas Forest means another tree is planted in the ‘Forests for Food’ Project in Ethiopia through Tree Aid. Trees mean life for many rural African families. Living with the effects of extreme poverty made worse by climate change, villagers are learning how to raise and care for trees thanks to these campaigns. Trees are not only good for the environment but also essential for the people. Trees often survive when other crops fail so families can rely on a sustainable, nutritious variety of foods including fruit, nuts and even leaves and flowers. Trees give shade and shelter, food for animals, natural medicines, tools and fuel. www.treeaid.org.uk This year, to help Tree Aid celebrate its 25th anniversary, they have set a target to plant our 100,000th tree in Africa. Every tree planted through the Christmas Forest partnership is a gift for an African family this Christmas, and for generations to come.

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GIFT CARD The Regent Street Association is pleased to announce the launch of the Regent Street Gift Card, the first to be offered by a UK high street rather than a shopping mall.

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he Gift Card will be accepted in over one hundred stores, hotels and restaurants in and around Regent Street, including the Regent Street Food Quarters, Heddon Street and Swallow Street.

The Gift Card is a great way of solving those difficult gift purchases whether it is a corporate incentive or personal present. Accepted by Hamleys, Penhaligon’s, Burberry, Molton Brown, Gap, Uniqlo and many more, the Gift Card caters for everyone; a one stop shop in London’s renowned West End. Available to the public in any amount between £10 - £500, and corporate organisations in larger amounts, the Regent Street Gift Card,

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which is valid for one year, can be purchased from regentstreetonline. com or directly from the Regent Street Association offices.

The Regent Street Gift Card is being provided

by Store Financial, an international payment systems processor.

Stuart Green, Store Financial Managing Director says, ’We are delighted to be working with Regent Street on this incredibly exciting project. Known the world over as one of the best shopping destinations, providing a wonderful mix of luxury and leisure

in London’s West End, it is only fitting that a Gift Card can now be purchased as the perfect present for your friend or loved one, or as a fantastic reward or incentive for your employee.’

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The re-development of the Piccadilly end of Regent Street has seen the launch of Coach, Nespresso, Sebago, Ugg, Lotus, Brasserie Zédel and soon to open Café Royal.

The Regent Street Gift Card joins the recently launched Regent Street Shopping app, ‘Living Regent Street’ and the new edition of the Regent Street Guide.

The Regent Street Association, founded in 1925, is a membership organisation and represents all the shops, restaurants, hotels and offices in and around Regent Street.

The RSA organises the Christmas Lights, the Regent Street Festival and other traffic free events in Regent Street and promotes Regent Street to residents, visitors and those who work in the area.

Regent Street has recently seen the launch of the largest Burberry store in the world, as well as the new shops on Brewer Street, Woolrich, Wolsey,

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In an Olympic year, the 4th International Wimbledon Music Festival celebrates a ‘Musical World Fair’, filling Wimbledon with music and musicians from around the globe.

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he Brazilian pianist Christina Ortiz will play music by Debussy and Villa-Lobos, and Chinese guitarist Xuefei Yang will perform both Spanish and Chinese music. In addition, the young Russian super-star violinist Alina Ibragimova will be performing an allItalian concert with her father, double bassist Rinat Ibragimova.

One of the highlights will be the return of the celebrated Russian pianist Mikhail Rudy, who will give the premiere of a new production by the International Wimbledon Music Festival and the Little Angel Theatre of Stravinsky’s Petrushka, combining live projections and puppetry to create a truly interactive and immersive performance.

Since its launch, the International Wimbledon Music Festival has been pioneering new music and on November 24th, the European premiere of composer Benjamin Wallfisch’s Chopin’s Waterloo will be given during the festival’s ‘Gala Concert’.

American soprano Christine Brewer will perform Wagner’s Wesendonck Lieder with pianist Roger Vignoles, and a dazzling list of singers including Mark Padmore, Susan Bickley, Malin Christensson, Njabulo Madlala, Robin Blaze, James Bowman and the Gramophone Award-winning Cardinall’s Musick all perform at this year’s festival.

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A regular feature is the composer Messiaen, whose Quatuor pour la fin du temps will be performed by the Nash Ensemble, and exploring the conditions under which Messiaen’s great Quartet was composed, novelist and journalist Jessica Duchen will present her play; A Walk Through the End of Time. Alongside this poignant work, ‘cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch, who survived Auschwitz, tells the extraordinary story of the Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz.

Other string quartets include the Kopelman Quartet performing works

by Borodin, Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky; and the New Zealand String Quartet who are celebrating their 25th year. Oboist Nicholas Daniel, who was awarded the Queen’s Medal for Music in 2011, will perform with the Britten Oboe Quartet on 18th November.

With an exciting jazz concert; ‘Homage to Django Reinhardt’ and a performance by actress Patricia Routledge with pianist Piers Lane that will explore the life and work of Dame Myra Hess, this November is one to look forward to!

The Festival opens with A Purcell Pageant featuring an exciting performance of Dido and Aeneas. Tickets are available from www.wimbledonmusicfestival.co.uk and from 0844 8781 7671.

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REGENT STREET WELCOMES TEAM GB AND PARALYMPICS GB

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n 13th November, Regent Street will continue its celebration of the London 2012 legacy as Team GB and Paralympics GB switch on the world famous Regent Street Christmas lights.

At the flick of the switch, a new design for 2012 will light the night sky, creating a delicate and dazzling array of lights which will evoke traditional Christmas nostalgia for the ultimate magical Christmas shopping experience. Decorated with gold holly and red berry garlands, celebratory tributes to the Olympic and Paralympic teams will hang from the sky, and interspersed along the street gold filigree plaques will tell the story of the twelve days of Christmas.

in Britain, opened its doors, whilst around the corner restaurant Brasserie Zedel launched with its glamorous art deco interior. Sebago, Coach and Superdry have also recently opened flagship stores on this famous shopping and lifestyle thoroughfare. Regent Street shoppers are certainly benefitting from the steady influx of new brands, all of which reflect Regent Street’s core values of quality, heritage, style and success, creating one the most popular flagship shopping destinations in the world. Other stores on Regent Street include Apple, Ferrari, COS, Jaeger, Armani Exchange, Liberty, The Organic Pharmacy, Hoss Intropia, Desigual, Hobbs, Russell & Bromley, Zara Home, Mappin & Webb, Penhaligon’s and BOSE.

The evening will begin with a choral performance of the ’12 days of Christmas’ followed by stars from the West End show Matilda entertaining the crowds. Regent Street’s media partner Classic FM will then welcome on stage a host of world-class talent, with presenters John Suchet and Jamie Crick introducing the likes of Tine Ting Helseth and The Masques. The acts will then be followed by a stunning performance by renowned opera singer, Noah Stewart. The stars will be joined on stage by over 30 medal winning Olympic and Paralympic athletes in a spectacular finale to London 2012.

The night will culminate with a spectacular pyrotechnic display.

David Shaw, Head of the Regent Street Portfolio at The Crown Estate, said: “Regent Street’s Christmas lights switch-on this year will yet again signal the start of Christmas in the West End. With so many exciting brands joining Regent Street, it really is the perfect place to celebrate the Christmas season.

We are proud to be able to celebrate the achievements of Team GB and ParalympicsGB in a culmination to an amazing year for London and the UK, and I’m proud that Regent Street can be at the heart of the celebrations”.

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HAMPSTEAD CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY THE NW3 HAMPSTEAD BUSINESS GROUP 25TH NOVEMBER 12 - 5 PM

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he NW3 Hampstead Business Group welcomes you to join them in celebrating the holiday season while supporting local business and charity at the fun-filled Hampstead Christmas Festival.

Located on the High Street, the event is generated entirely by local volunteers and essential donations from local businesses.

Last year saw up to 40,000 people having a thoroughly exciting and festive day, and this year they aim to do even better!

As always, a local celebrity will be switching on the beautiful lights at the end of evening; though the celebrity is “to be announced,” they are delighted to welcome Shrek, from Dreamworks’ Shrek the Musical, onstage as well!

In fact, a magical Christmas Shrek theme will be running throughout the festival, with a Shrek themed treasure hunt, Christmas grotto and a special free, first come first served, screening of Puss-inBoots at the Everyman Cinema at 10:30 am.

The main stage will see live music throughout the day, including the Rock Choir and a number of great jazz bands; keep an eye out for some celebrities in the mix! There will be street entertainers appearing during the day as well. For the children, there will be two or three special magic shows taking place

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as well as face painting, fire-eaters, the famous live reindeer, mesmerising birds of prey and of course, Santa’s magical grotto.

For those looking for a thrill, check out the fairground! Again this year there is a range of wonderful stalls full of lovely locally made gifts for those difficult to shop for friends and relatives and mouth-watering food to sate your appetite after a day of activity!

The Marie Curie Hospice in Hampstead is the recipient of the charitable donations during this year’s Festival; volunteers from Marie Curie will be collecting donations throughout the festival, so keep an eye out for them! The Hospice in Hampstead provides care and support for patients with terminal cancer and other illnesses as well as their families, free of charge. Every year it costs over £5.3 million pounds, and these donations allow the hospice to continue to carry out its good work.

The Hampstead Christmas Festival is a great day out for the whole family, presented by the businesses and people of Hampstead for the community to enjoy.

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Garden is the West End’s most magical destination at Christmas. The neighbourhood’s 60ft tree shimmers with 50,000 LED lights and the Market Building glows with mirror balls turning in the vaulted ceilings.

The pedestrianised cobbles are ideal for browsing and soaking up the festive atmosphere picking up treats from the Real Food Market or taking time to pat the live reindeer in residence each Saturday on the Piazza.

In addition to the traditional loveliness that is a Covent Garden Christmas, the area will be hosting a brand new event this year and teaming up LEGO to create the first advent calendar made entirely of the iconic bricks. The advent calendar will launch on 1st December and each day at 4pm a door will open to reveal a bespoke LEGO surprise in the run up to Christmas.

Also new for this year Russell Street, James Street, King Street and Henrietta Street will be adorned with a glittering lights display which includes over 150,000 pea lights leading the way to the Piazza. It all starts on 7th November, when the lights are switched on and the famous London Gay Men’s Chorus serenades visitors with its traditional and not so traditional tunes. With all the activity alongside some of the best restaurants in the West End and fantastic market stalls, coming to Covent Garden is the perfect day out this Christmas.

A family favourite, the live Reindeer petting will return to the Covent Garden Piazza every Saturday from 10th November between 12pm 4pm, providing the chance to hand feed the reindeer and to enjoy a perfect Christmas photo moment.

Topiary Reindeer Making a popular return to the neighbourhood, Covent Garden’s classic 30ft topiary reindeer will this year be protected from the elements with a cosy Lyle & Scott beanie, as he takes up residence on the North Piazza.

Covent Garden Christmas Food Market The award-winning Covent Garden Real Food Market will receive a Christmas makeover and move to the North Piazza. The market will be open every Thursday from 11am-7pm, selling foodie treats Apple Market The historic Covent Garden Apple Market, home of the best of the UK’s handmade crafts and collectibles will be selling unique Christmas gifts every day in the Market Building from 10:30am – 6:30pm Bev Churchill, Covent Garden Brand Director, said: “There is nothing like Covent Garden at Christmas and we hope Londoners and visitors come to the area to enjoy all it has to offer this festive season.

In a year that has been like no other in London’s history we want everyone to be a part of the final celebration in the city.”

Entertainment across the season in Covent Garden includes: ondon Gay Men’s Chorus L Performances Maintaining the seasonal cheer from launch night and every Saturday from 10th November to 15th December, the London Gay Men’s Chorus will delight Christmas shoppers with a medley of traditional and not-so-traditional festive tunes.

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THE ULTIMATE LUXURY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE With over 40 luxury brands under one roof, The Village at Westfield London is a place to discover the best in designer fashion and lifestyle. A visually stunning environment makes this a stylish shopping experience for luxury lovers everywhere. And it’s not just for shopping. The Searcy’s Champagne bar located in the heart of The Village creates an intimate focal point: a place to meet and relax and take in the panoramic views of the world’s leading fashion brands, including UK firsts and world acclaimed names all in one space. Take the iconic sweeping staircase to the first floor where the cascading chandeliers seem ever closer and enter another level of tempting food and fashion with Caffe Concerto and even more luxury fashion and accessory boutiques.

The Village is an ever-evolving space that cleverly combines shopping with culture. Events, exhibitions and fashion installations habitually take their place within The Village, to create an inspirational and culturally stimulating destination.

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The Village has played host to evenings of arts and entertainment, including free art exhibitions and celebrity performances. Fashion installations activate the space and ultra-modern mannequins bring the latest fashion collections to life, putting a stamp on Westfield London as an avant-garde destination that fuses art and culture with retail and lifestyle.

AT YOUR SERVICE Service is paramount with a dedicated and bi-lingual concierge team at your service. Westfield London’s high level of customer service includes personal chauffeurs, concierge, hands free shopping, UK and international home and hotel delivery, personal stylists, cloakroom and bag storage services, tax-free shopping and valet services – all designed to transform the shopping experience.

LUXURY ONLINE Westfield London celebrates modern luxury for the contemporary shopper with dedicated microsite on The Village, extending the luxury

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The site offers a one-stop directory for all that is happening in the now world-famous Village with everything from retailer promotions to events and activities taking place in this luxury destination designed

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Westfield London already provides advanced, interactive technology throughout the centre and is home to a state-of-the-art all-digital Vue cinema offering the latest 3D technology across 14 auditoria.

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THE VILLAGE Come to Wimbledon Village to enjoy the beautiful new Christmas lights while you do your Christmas shopping amongst their upmarket stores and boutiques.

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Many of the Village shops will be offering generous discounts, drinks and delicious nibbles on the day. You can purchase an array of delicious foods for your Christmas entertaining with stores like The Butcher & Grill, Le Pain Quotidien, Bayley & Sage and PAUL Bakery & Patisserie.

Or if you are looking to combine your shopping visit with a tasty lunch, you can try one of their many pubs and restaurants eg Carluccios, Cannizaro House, The Lawn Bistro, Aubaine, Lightcafe, CafĂŠ Rouge, Dog & Fox and Strada.

Santa will be riding through the village on horseback at 12noon, with a Christmas Trail for children between 12 - 2pm through some of the many shops. The prize will be presented by Santa at 3pm outside his grotto at The Dog & Fox, where he will be greeting children from 12.30pm. To register for the trail please email wvprojects@senti.co.uk with the number of children and their age by November 28th.

Between 1pm-3pm there will be face and nail painting at The Dog & Fox and with choirs, Christmas music, drinks and free nibbles all day, it is not to be missed!

Again, the event is raising vital funds for the local charity, The Wimbledon Guild, who will be working with local schools and church groups to provide festive music throughout the day. The Wimbledon Guild’s Knitting Bees will have a selection of beautiful handcrafted gifts and decorations on offer. They will also have a Wishing Tree made possible by the generous support of participating shops and restaurants donating vouchers.

Please see the news and events page of www.wimbledon-village.com closer to the time for a full list of participating shops and festive street activities on the day.

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ENTER A WINTER WONDERLAND AT KEW GARDENS THIS CHRISTMAS Come and celebrate the festive season at Kew, complete with Santa’s Grotto for the kids, late night retail therapy for shoppers, and delicious Christmas treats for all!

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t Kew’s Victoria Plaza shop, you can find a variety of festive and botanically inspired presents and stocking fillers for the whole family. Exclusive products include a range of beautiful Kew-inspired ‘St Nicholas’ Christmas tree decorations; a series of nostalgic ‘Kew Underground’ stationary and kitchenware ̶ inspired by archive prints from the London Transport Museum; stylish ‘Jo Edwards’ cashmere scarves and fashionable ‘Anna P’ handmade bags.

Escape the bustle of the high street and take advantage of late night shopping at Kew, with Victoria Plaza open until 7pm every Thursday in December. With a 20% discount available for night owls, you can’t afford to miss out! Alternatively spend over £100 throughout December in any of Kew’s shops and get a voucher for £20 off to spend in January, or spend just £25 and get a free David Nash bag for life.

You can also shop online at www.kew.org/shops/index.htm, where you will receive a 15% discount throughout December and free delivery for orders over £100.

You can enjoy some festive treats at Kew, with roasted chestnuts and mulled wine available on Sat 8th & Sun 9th Dec & Sat 15th & Sun 16th Dec (10.30am to 4pm) outside the south end of the Princess of Wales conservatory.

For something a little heartier, visit Kew’s Orangery restaurant to try our special festive menu.

Children from local schools will be performing traditional carols in the Orangery, creating a truly festive atmosphere for you to enjoy, from Sat 8th - Thurs 20th Dec, 11am to 11.30am. Bring your little ones along to meet Father Christmas in his grotto, located in the Princess of Wales Conservatory, (open for free from Sat 8th to Sun 23rd Dec, 12 midday to 3.30pm, 3 8 N OV E M B E R 2 0 1 2

with last entry 3pm). After Christmas Day the grotto will reopen to host magical story telling sessions, featuring shadow puppetry – 26th Dec to 6th Jan 2013 at 11am, 12 noon, 2pm and 3pm, lasting 20-30 minutes.

After the kids have visited Father Christmas, take them for a ride on our stunning vintage carousel on Kew Palace lawn (from Sat 8th Dec - Sun 6th Jan, excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, 10.30am to 4pm daily). Adult or child £2, adult accompanying child under five is £1.

For very young children, why not take a spin in our mini vintage car ride (runs from 10.30am to 4pm daily, excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Child £2).

Whether it’s Rudolph, an elf, or even a Christmas pudding, your children will love to get their faces painted as a festive character at Climbers and Creepers, Kew’s indoor play area (10.30am to 3.30pm daily, excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, £4 per face, £7 for two).

For the curious kids, big and small, Kew’s volunteer guides will be offering free sessions in the Orangery, where families can learn about the “Twelve trees of Christmas”- plants and trees symbolic of the festive season, taking inspiration from the traditional Christmas song, the ‘Twelve days of Christmas’ (8th Dec - 6th Jan, Wed, Fri and Sun, 12 midday to 2pm) Winter Trees at Kew Come and see Kew’s beautiful Christmas tree at Victoria Gate from 1st December, decorated with traditional twinkling lights, it is sure to create a truly festive atmosphere in the Gardens.

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WINTER WONDERLAND RETURNS

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WR Events and The Royal Parks are thrilled to announce a breath-taking new addition to this year’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, The Magical Ice Kingdom, a spectacular ice and snow sculpture experience, unique to the UK. This awe-inspiring experience will take you through a fantastical world of real ice and snow. Created from over 200 tons of ice and snow over four months by 20 sculptors, this breath-taking experience will host over 500 ice and snow sculptures. The Magical Ice Kingdom has been specially created by Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and will be the biggest ice and snow experience of its kind.

Follow the magical pathways and admire the beauty of the exquisite sculptures and crystal-like characters throughout the themed rooms.

Meet the woodland ice creatures as you roam through the stalagmite ice forest and see ice bears, wolves, stags, owls, foxes, squirrels and rabbits. Try a seat in a fairy tale unicorn-pulled carriage and take the slide in the magnificent ice castle or dare to approach the ice dragon’s lair with the knights and archers and meet the ice Queen in her throne room.

The Magical Ice Kingdom will be housed inside a winter palace, stretching 40m x 25m, which will be chilled to -8c in order to keep the sculptures frozen throughout the run. There is timed entry so please choose a time slot before booking.

Observation Wheel and the beautiful Angels Christmas Market and new Yuletide Market and Santa Land for the younger visitors. Zippos Circus returns with two shows – the family friendly Zippos Christmas Circus and Zippos Cirque Berserk – for the evening crowd.

So, wrap up warm and enter the arctic experience that will take your breath away as you lose yourself in the magical land of snow and ice.

The ever popular Bavarian Village will be back ready to serve even more bratwurst and mulled wine whilst hosting live music throughout the day and evening. In addition, there will also be many more restaurants and bars. There will also be an array of traditional and thrill-seeking rides throughout Winter Wonderland. More announcements will follow in due course.

Other attractions making a welcome return include: the UK’s largest outdoor Ice Rink will once again be located around the picturesque setting of the historic Victorian bandstand, the iconic Giant ICE AGE 4 ICE RINK

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BF The Soldiers’ Charity in association with The Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity and The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund are delighted to announce the exciting details of The British Military Tournament 2012, supported by The Boeing Company. The British Military Tournament is the biggest fundraising event in aid of the three national charities of the British Armed Forces. Participants from all three armed forces make up this incredible show that raises muchneeded funds to support the brave men and women of our Armed Forces as well as their families.

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the life and times of Her Majesty The Queen: the 2012 British Military Tournament will celebrate her unique place in British history.

Starting with the events of 1926, the year of the Queen’s birth, the Tournament will follow the ensuing years through re-enactments, performances of military precision, words, music and state-of-theart audiovisual in one of the most spectacular and unique theatrical productions of its kind.

The British Military Tournament 2012 is set to be the most breathtaking performance of military theatre and will be narrated live by acclaimed British actor Anthony Andrews. The show also features contributions from Robert Lindsay, Penelope Keith and Dan Snow.

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The show will include: Over 600 participants including active combat servicemen plus musicians from the Royal Marines, Army, Royal Air Force, Territorial Army and UK Police Forces.

More than 150 horses including the iconic Musical Drive of the King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery and the Musical Ride of the Household Cavalry, the Light Cavalry Honourable Artillery Company and the Royal Gloucestershire Hussars.

The bands of the Royal Marines, the Household Cavalry, the Royal Artillery and the Royal Air Force, the gymnasts of the Royal Navy performing their celebrated Window Ladder display and the Queen’s Colour Squadron of the Royal Air Force presenting its drill display.

The only chance to see the legendary Field Gun Run, featuring two crews from Wellington College battling it out in a dramatic, nailbiting contest over the walls and chasms of an unforgiving obstacle course.

For the first time since the year of The Queen’s birth, the horses of the Household Cavalry competing with the motorcycles of the Royal Signals’ White Helmets over an obstacle course that includes jumps and flaming hoops.

A battle re-enactment featuring the Royal Logistic Corps in a dramatic bomb disposal in Afghanistan.

The largest massed bagpipe band seen at Earls Court since the Second World War.

In addition to the spectacular show the exhibition area at Earls Court will be an integral part of the British Military Tournament. Visitors will be able to enjoy a whole host of fun activities at the Armed Forces Activity Area, whilst a shopping area with a mix of retail and charity stands will have something on offer for all. The exhibition also provides the opportunity to meet members of the Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force and to have hands-on experience of some of the latest military kit.

Each day doors open two hours prior to performances to allow access to the exhibition area and a variety of concession stands.

Ticket information Tickets are priced from £29.75 with concessions available for children and wheelchair users.

Ticketmaster 0844 248 5026 Earls Court Box Office 0870 903 9033 www.britishmilitarytournament.com For more information on ABF The Soldiers’ Charity visit www.soldierscharity.org Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/soldierscharity

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This Christmas why not enjoy one of Macmillan Cancer Support’s many fun festive events - from carol concerts to celebrity stocking auctions there’s guaranteed to be an occasion to get you into the spirit of Christmas.

oin Macmillan for a show-stopping night as we host a special preview performance of The Bodyguard, a new musical coming to London’s West End. Based on the classic film starring Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston, The Bodyguard is set to be a smash hit when it opens at the Adelphi Theatre.

And not only will you be one of the first to see it, but you’ll also be raising valuable funds for Macmillan. Tickets start at just £20.

Come and enjoy this year’s Macmillan Celebrity Christmas Stocking Auction, taking place on Tuesday 4th December at the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel.

Hosted by Neil Fox and Kate Walsh, other glittering celebrities featured in this year’s auction include Gwyneth Paltrow, Sienna Miller, Ian Rankin, Marcus Wareing, Pixie Lott and Kelly Rowland, whose dream stockings will be going under the hammer to help raise money for Macmillan.

The auctioneer for the evening is Lord Archer and the event aims to raise £200,000. Individual tickets are £125 whilst tables are £1250.

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If a good old sing song in sumptuous surroundings is what is needed to get into the festive spirit then the Guards Chapel Carol Concert, now in its 25th year, is a must and will be held on Thursday 6th December at the stunning Wellington Barracks. The concert, one of Macmillan’s most prestigious annual events, boasts a variety of musical performances, celebrity readings and congregational carols followed by a reception. Tickets start at £35 per person.

Further details on all Special Events can be found at www.macmillan.org.uk/ specialevents or by calling 020 7840 4800. Money raised will help Macmillan Cancer Support improve the lives of those affected by cancer by providing practical, medical, emotional and financial support.

For more information Visit macmillan.org.uk or freephone 0808 808 0000 for an information pack.

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Taste of Christmas 2012 Feast on Festive Flavours from Around the World with celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver, the Baker Brothers, Michel Roux Jr and more...

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et set for the festive season and spoil yourself with an indulgent day at Taste of Christmas in partnership with Electrolux, the UK’s biggest Christmas food festival. Some of the world’s best chefs and London’s finest restaurants will be present, inspiring visitors with festive tips and tantalising Christmas dishes to re-create at home. Taste of Christmas is perfect for Christmas lovers and shoppers looking to add a little sparkle to their festive celebrations.

One of the world’s most famous chefs, Jamie Oliver, will open the show on Friday 7th December - and he is sure to attract a packed crowd for his live cooking demonstration. Taste of Christmas 2012 will also showcase international flavours and exceptional festive cooking from the world’s top chefs including; Michel Roux Jr, Jean Christophe Novelli, Valentine Warner, Atul Kochhar, The Baker Brothers, Ben Tish, Vivek Singh and Bruno Loubet all demonstrating live on the ever-popular Electrolux Taste Theatre.

To celebrate the world coming to London in 2012, this year’s Taste of Christmas will be launching a brand new feature called ‘Festive Flavours

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of the World’. This will showcase the best quality international festive cuisines and take visitors on a journey of discovery to find out how different countries and cultures celebrate Christmas.

For those looking to stock up on their Christmas shopping, the culinary event of the year boasts over 250 fine food and boutique market stalls selling handmade gifts and culinary presents. What’s more, guests can relax and sip festive drinks whilst the Christmas Choir create a winter wonderland atmosphere.

Taste of Christmas will also feature new for 2012, the Electrolux Michelin Masterclasses, where visitors to the show can glean Christmas cooking tips-a-plenty from some of the world’s most experienced chefs, including The Electrolux Cube chefs, Jonray and Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, Daniel Clifford and Nigel Haworth, helping to make Christmas dinner in 2012 one to remember!

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Michelin Restaurant Guide 2013 reveals London gains 8 new stars The 2013 Michelin Restaurant Guide brings good news for London’s food lovers and restaurateurs.

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ondon eateries have scored a net gain of 8 new stars, with a host of newcomers gracing the London culinary scene, as well as an old favourites going up a grade. No new London restaurants however entered the highly coveted 3 star range.

This is still exclusively held by Alain Ducasse’s restaurant at The Dorchester and Gordon Ramsey’s restaurant in Chelsea, where head chef Clare Smyth took the reins in late 2008. She remains the only British female to hold the top Michelin award. Nationally two other restaurants have the honour, with the tiny village of Bray near Windsor hosting both Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck and The Westerside Inn headed by Alain Roux and Fabrice Uhryn.

Welcoming London’s newcomers Dabbous, Bloomsbury Committed to serving British produce whenever possible, the “light HEDONE, CHISWICK

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and modern” eatery has set itself the task of letting the quality of its dishes speak for itself. Expect less butter, less pomp and a more contemporary, fresh and seasonally-appropriate approach to food that is designed with today’s health conscious diner in mind. Refreshingly also expect a fairly priced experience from the restaurant/bar located seconds from Tottenham Court Road. Its seven course tasting menu is just £54, not including wine.

Hedone, Chiswick Probably the biggest surprise of the 2013 list is the inclusion of Chiswick’s Hedone Restaurant, headed by the untrained Swedish chef, Mikael Jonsson. Picked as “One to Watch” by The National Restaurant Awards, the minimalist décor reflects Jonsson’s modern take on classics tailor made daily to reflect ingredient availability.

Loosely translated as pleasure, Hedone has been an adrenalin injection into this otherwise subdued part of west London.

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Launceston Place, Kensington Its adherence to tradition, tradition, tradition has made this quiet and cozy restaurant, tucked away in the maze of tiny backstreets south of Kensington High Street, a favourite with The Royal Borough’s business and ladies who lunch crowd for decades. But the old gems now has a new face and since taking over in February chef Tim Allen has added his personal touch to the Kensington institution, which proves with its new Michelin star that it has years left in it yet.

Medlar, Chelsea Not everyone was sure what expect from the 2011 venture by Joe Mercer Nairner with David O’Connor. Nairner, an ex-Etonian, turn Oxford archeology and Anthropology grad only decided to make cooking his profession well into his 20s, while his partner David O’Connor cut his teeth in the industry form a very young age, working in his parents’ restaurant. But the surprise pairing has had some surprisingly good reviews. The Time’s AA Gill has called the low-key, high quality food “unexpectedly good” and “the best value anywhere in Chelsea.”

St John’s Hotel, Soho Eccentric, understated but undeniably brilliant, the duo behind the growing St. John’s enterprise has gone from rags to riches in the last 20 years, helping to reform the London culinary scene along the way. Starting with their first East London Smithfield venture, everything Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver have touched has turned to delicious gold-coated, crackling amazingness. Their newest St. Johns restaurant, located in their very first St. John’s hotel, is no exception. The restaurant is busy day in, day out, with the pair pledging to keep plugging away on their British empire, all built around the concept of good British roasts.

Tom Aikens, Chelsea Simultaneous simplistic and pretentious and known for its scandalous past, Tom Aikens’ conceptual restaurant is the perfect

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Chelsea haunt that has even been frequented by the likes of Prince William and Kate. But after its heyday in the mid-2000s when the young British chef rose to international stardom for his takes on French classics and succeeded in winning the establishment its first star, Aikens hit hard times and his company was forced into administration. Since coming back, however, his flagship restaurant promises to be bigger than ever before with Aiken pledging that the change is “more than skin deep” and vowing to stick to his holistic approach that helped make him a rising star.

Trishna, Marylebone Adding a welcome taste of the Asian subcontinent to the otherwise largely European list, Trishna has come to be loved as one of London’s best south west Indian eateries since opening its doors in 2008. The menu is filled with an elaborate array of seafood dishes that are cooked with an “innovative” twist that distinguishes Trishna from the other competition in the top-end Indian food range.

The Westbury, Mayfair Head chef Alyn Williams is the driving force behind this elegant Mayfair establishment that opened its doors this time last year.

While William’s first independent venture The Westbury has already pulled in the likes of enigmatic general manager, Giancarlo Princigalli, a long time veteran of The Berkley. The cooking is modern European, the service friendly, the atmosphere relaxed and the food not too overpriced. As the Michelin star suggests, the restaurant has all the necessary ingredients to become a lasting presence on the London scene.

Sketch, Soho Although it is probably destined to be remembered for its futuristic, egg-shaped, pod toilets, the restaurant’s second Michelin star catapults the wonder team of Pierre Gagnaire and Mourad Mazouz into a whole new realm, illustrating that their weird but wonderful creation is only getting better with age.

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At this magical time of year, we stock our delicatessen, restaurant and shop full of traditional festive treats. From our own award-winning Panettone and our vast selection of Italian wines and spirits, to our gifts and bespoke hampers, there really is something for everyone. Come and join us for an instore tasting or let us cook your Christmas dinner for you: whatever you want this Christmas, Valentina will deliver...

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Whether it’s the work Christmas party, or an extravagant festive family buffet, you can now recreate the Valentina seasonal spirit at home or in the office.

We have over 20 years’ catering experience, serving the finest quality Italian food, fresh from our delicatessens and kitchens.

Our selection of authentic hot and cold dishes plus our extensive wine list, beer and soft drinks ranges are all suitable for parties large or small. And if your favourite Italian dish isn’t on our menu, please let us know and we’ll happily prepare it just for you.

Come and see us, or call to speak to our in-store manager who will discuss your requirements and arrange everything for you.

A) crackers with a glass of prosecco to start £4.95 B) crackers with a glass of prosecco to start & coffee £6.95 C) crackers with a glass of prosecco to start, coffee & a shot of a liqueur of your choice £10.95

instore promotions november december 3rd and 4th – Valentina Honey and Jam Tasting 10th and 11th – Chocolate Lover tasting 17th and 18th – Truffle product tasting 24th and 25th – Chestnut product tasting

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Christmas Day, Boxing Day 1st and 2nd – Alberti Confectionery Tasting & New Years Day 8th and 9th – Masi Wine tasting 15th and 16th – Panettone and Pandoro tasting 22nd and 23rd – Cheese and Dessert wine Tasting & Villani Cotechino and lentils

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Valentina Antipasti, Oils, Pasta, Honeys and Jams from £3.95

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Masi from £19.00 Fantastic Magnum offer £29.95 RRP £42.95

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sweet & savoury treats, wines, spirits, gifts & hampers ~ there’s something for everyone at valentina.

What you see here is just a small selection of the fantastic products that we stock. To see our full range please visit us instore or online at www.valentinafinefoods.com

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IT’S CELEBRATION TIME

AT THE DANUBIUS HOTEL, REGENTS PARK ‘Dine out’ at the Danubius Hotel Regents Park, and celebrate this wonderful season with them in the elegance of tranquil St Johns Wood.

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he hotel stands as a central landmark as an integral part at the heart of the local community. Join in with the many discerning clients who regularly visit and enjoy the genteel touch and care offered to them by the great staff. Head chef Victor Bent creates the dining experiences on offer to excite you and your taste buds. Do not miss out on the highly recommended afternoon tea, accompanied by a fine glass of prosecco and live music that warms up the atmosphere every afternoon in the spacious Pavilion Bar. Their super value offer for afternoon tea - 2 for 1 – includes scrumptious sandwiches, delicious cakes and scones with cream and jam.

As the Autumn Season envelopes us in the ‘chill of cool air’ - go along and try the keynote Hungarian dishes served in the long established Minsky’s restaurant, come in from the cold of Regents Park and dine in comfort and warmth.

This stylish hotel caters for shared and individual Christmas parties, traditional Christmas Lunch, New Year’s Eve parties, private dining and wedding parties. Their exciting new lunch, afternoon tea and

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dinner menus are sourced from the finest seasonal ingredients to ensure that this Christmas will be one to remember.

Each event is bespoke and original to match individual personal taste and personal expectations. Their highly experienced event team are always on hand to assist you with every last detail and fulfil all your requests. You can select any type of event you wish to arrange, book one of these super offers or a personal package.

Their reservations team are ready and helpful to book modern comfortable overnight accommodation for friends and family to stay over and rest in a choice of bedrooms and suites to suit the occasion.

Do join in the special celebrations with your colleagues, family or friends in the safe professional hands of the Danubius Hotel Regents Park hotel team.

Contact their friendly events team for further information or to book, please contact them on 020 7333 2817 or email sales@danubiuslondon.co.uk www.danubiuslondon.co.uk

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Located in the Heart of London, the RSA House oers Georgian grandeur with contemporary style to create a number of fabulous spaces under one roof.

A short walk from the River Thames, Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square, it’s an unrivalled location in the heart of London.

Our talented and dedicated team will create your perfect event in a truly memorable setting.

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Salvatore’s Legacy Is ‘Most Expensive Cocktail’

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alvatore Calabrese broke the record for the world’s most expensive cocktail in the world with his ‘Salvatore’s Legacy’ drink which was made up of ingredients more than 200 years old. Salvatore Calabrese says Salvatore’s Legacy, made using ingredients dating back to before American independence and the French Revolution, will set you back a cool £5,500 per glass.

Salvatore, whose nickname is ‘The Maestro’, made the costly concoction using 1778 Clos de Griffier Vieux Cognac, 1770 Kummel Liqueur, Dubb Orange Curacao circa 1860 and two dashes of Angostura Bitters circa 1900s.

Guinness World Records confirmed the record, which beat its previous record holder, a cocktail costing £3,766.52 that is found on the menu of The Skyview Bar of Burj Al Arab Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Salvatore said he was proud to make ‘liquid history’ after breaking the record with the cocktail he mixed in his selftitled bar, Salvatore’s at Playboy Club, in London. He said: ‘It’s official, I am proud to say that history was made as well as consumed in my bar. ‘In front of a crowd, I needed very steady hands to open the

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vintage bottles and pour these precious ingredients into my own mixing glass, which I have had for 40 years.’

Salvatore has more than 30 years’ experience of creating drinks, developing his talent for combining flavours at an early age, whilst working in a bar in Maiori, a small village on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. In his 20’s, he moved to London, taking a position at Dukes Hotel in St James’s where he developed a niche market for special cognacs and was famed for his martini’s. He worked at other prestigious bars in London’s Mayfair before opening his own in Old Park Lane.

He has become an expert on cognacs after spending many years tracking down, collecting and serving some of the world’s oldest and rarest vintages. His personal collection is worth more than £1m and is displayed in his bar at Playboy Club London. Enthusiasts travel from around the world to sample his collection that stretches back to 1770. It was ingredients from this collection that he used to make the world’s most expensive cocktail.

Nothing like an exquisitely expensive cocktail to annihilate that bonus you just got. Mind you, maybe £5,500 a glass is a tad out of our price range, unless you’re a banker of course.

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MOYSES STEVENS

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oyses Stevens is a company steeped in tradition and history and has been creating beautiful flower arrangements for nearly 150 years. With an unrivalled reputation for top quality exquisite flowers and plants it is proud to hold the Royal Warrant for His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales.

Moyses Stevens has been supplying a loyal customer base for generations, and its customers include HRH Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Rhianna, James Blunt, Claudia Schiffer, Will Young, and Princess Beatrice.

The company also provides flowers for leading society, corporate and A-list celebrity events, and is resident florist at some of the finest

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hotels, clubs and restaurants in London including The Intercontinental Hotel, Le Meridien Hotel, The Corinthia Hotel (featured on the X Factor), The Royal Automobile Club and The RAF club, they have concessions within The White Company Sloane Square and Villandry Marylebone.

They also supply fully dressed Christmas trees and can come to your home or office and decorate your home and office space with trees, wreaths, garlands etc.

Moyses Stevens runs weekly flower schools at it’s North London studio, classes can be bought in groups of 4 or individually and make great gifts and fun and unusual parties for up to ten people. www.moysesstevens.com

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ADMIRALTY ARCH TO BECOME LUXURY HOTEL Admiralty Arch has been sold on a 99-year lease for £60m and is to be turned into a luxury hotel, it has been confirmed.

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he ceremonial gateway between The Mall and Trafalgar Square has been leased to Prime Investors Capital, the company behind the new Bulgari Hotel in Knightsbridge. Residential apartments are also planned with up to 100,000 visitors a year expected to pass through the hotel. The deal is dependent on Westminster City Council granting planning permission for the multi-million pound conversion of the Grade I listed building.

Cabinet minister Francis Maude said the Government had secured a “good price” for the building and dismissed claims it would become the preserve of the super rich.”It is not the preserve of anyone at the moment and it won’t be,” he said. “The bars and restaurants will be open to the public.

We think the price is a good price, a fair price.

Obviously our main concern was to make sure the building is properly looked after, properly renovated and treated with the respect and affection it deserves.” Mr Maude said it was a great example of how Government

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property could spur growth and would bring new jobs to London.

“It’s astonishing appearance gives no clue to the somewhat less astonishing history when it has been serving for most of that time as slightly random office space for the Government,” he said.”It’s a really great shame that in the 100 years since it was opened there has been virtually no public access to the arch outside of Government officials.”

He added: “An impressive monument that it is on the outside, for decades the arch has languished as a glorified, actually not that glorified, office space. A taxpayer-owned building that offered little value to the taxpayer.”This arrangement will not only save money, it will bring this London landmark back to life, opening it up to the public and ensuring they have a say in its future.”

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Olympia, the London International Horse Show celebrates its 40th birthday with introduction of 3rd Fei World Cup Qualifier 17TH – 23RD DECEMBER 2012 AT LONDON OLYMPIA

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elebrating 40 years of world class equestrian sport, Olympia, The London International Horse Show returns to London this Christmas with its seven day equestrian extravaganza. The show will also celebrate Great Britain’s tremendous success in equestrian sport at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

During the evening performance on Wednesday 19th December, in conjunction with the British Equestrian Federation (BEF), Team GBR’s Jumping, Dressage, Eventing and Para-Equestrian Dressage Gold and Silver Medal winning teams will take part in a Medal Parade. Joining the Team from London 2012 will be a further eleven equestrian teams who have also had a highly successful 2012. These include senior, young rider, junior and pony teams from across the disciplines (full list included in notes).

Olympia will continue with its traditional mix of outstanding sporting competition and great family entertainment. Firm favourite displays, The Shetland Pony Grand National and The Kennel Club Dog Agility will once again feature throughout the seven day event. What’s more, an exciting new circus themed display will soon be unveiled for the Olympia Finale. Top class international equestrian displays will be announced by The Organisers later in the year.

Simon Brooks Ward, Managing Director of HPower and Event Director said: “It’s hard to believe it’s been 40 years since my father reintroduced this magical event to the famous Olympia halls in the 1970’s. Today Olympia is recognised as one of the greatest equestrian events in the world and we are enormously proud to represent the outstanding riders and display teams who travel from all over the world to take part. As Olympia fans will know, the Christmas party atmosphere is what makes this event so special – you

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can guarantee this year’s event will be one to remember.”

The annual event attracts over 80,000 horse-loving enthusiasts from around the UK. As well as enjoying the action in the arena, visitors can also stock up on Christmas gifts and equestrian goodies courtesy of the Shopping Village, which boasts over 200 shops and stalls selling items ranging from food, gifts, homeware, clothing, art, jewellery and much more.

Visitors to the show can not only be a part of the evening spectacle but can rub shoulders with their Olympic heroes at the After Show Party, held in the newly refurbished West Hall on the evening of Wednesday 19th December until the early hours. Joint show tickets (Wednesday afternoon or evening) and After Show Party tickets are available from £72.50 each including booking fee and are obtainable via the box office at www.olympiahorseshow.com or by phone 0871 230 5580.

This year’s official charity for the Show is The Ebony Horse Club, a charity that helps improve the life skills, education and aspirations of disadvantaged children and young people growing up in Brixton, South London, by providing access to horse riding, outdoor activities and mentoring.

For more information Tickets can be purchased by ordering online at www.olympiahorseshow.com or by telephoning the box office on 0871 230 5580. Tickets are priced between £19 and £57 with various discounts available for groups, seniors and children.

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BOBBY MOORE FUND

CELEBRITY SPORTS QUIZ 2012 Sports fans across the country should get set to flex their trivia muscles as the Bobby Moore Fund Celebrity Sports Quiz returns to London for the 14th time.

29TH NOVEMBER 2012 THE BREWERY, CHISWELL STREET, LONDON EC1Y 4SD

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hether you’re a football fanatic or addicted to athletics, the quiz will see teams of sports fans test their knowledge and go head-to-head with stars from the sporting world to be crowned champions of 2012, whilst raising money for life-saving research into bowel cancer.

cancer in 1993 aged just 51. His wife, Stephanie Moore MBE, set up the Fund in partnership with Cancer Research UK to raise money for vital research into the disease. In the 19 years since Bobby died, the Fund has raised more than £18.5 million.

Tables of ten for the sports quiz cost £2,500.

The quiz masters for this year’s event will be ITV’s Clive Tyldesley, and BBC Sport presenter Hazel Irvine, who will be joined by Jeff Stelling, Mark Chapman, Kelly Cates and Clare Tomlinson on the night.

The evening includes a drinks reception, dinner and eight rounds of interactive sporting trivia. There will also be a money-can’t-buy silent auction and a grand live auction of exclusive sporting memorabilia and experiences, including a luxurious seven night stay in Barbados, and signed Olympics and Paralympics artwork created by up-andcoming artist Mark Fairhurst.

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A strictly limited 10 Champion tables, with heightened hospitality and branding opportunities, are available for £4,000. To find out more visit www.bobbymoorefund.org

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Rare Luger pistol to be offered in auction WEDNESDAY, 12TH DECEMBER 2012 SOTHEBY’S, 34-35 NEW BOND STREET, LONDON W1

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avin Gardiner Ltd’s final auction of 2012, of Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns and Rifles. The sale, as always, will have a selection of interesting pistols. Among the pistols will be one of the rarest Luger pistols – only 10 are known to have been made and all have been given to high profile recipients such as President Roosevelt, Hiram Maxim, The King of Italy, Diaz of Mexico as well as the Kaiser Wilhelm II. The example in Gavin Gardiner Ltd’s auction was given to Andre Noel, Governor of Konstanz (on the Swiss/ German Border) in 1946 and is being sold by a member of his family, who now lives in London. It would have been personally inspected by George Luger and the chamber is inlaid with a gold presentation family crest. It is estimated at £15,000-20,000 and only one other is ever known to have been sold at auction.

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Gavin Gardiner commented: “I am always delighted to include items in the auctions that have a fascinating story and provenance and this is no exception. The 1902 Presentation Luger Carbine is perhaps the rarest of all Luger pistols and it is thought that as few as 10 (numbered between 9105 and 9115) were built for personal presentation by George Luger himself. This example in common with other recorded examples has the entwined GL inspection stamp indicating that it was personally built or inspected by George Luger himself.”

The auction of more than 200 lots of vintage sporting guns, rifles and shooting accessories, is the only sale of Sporting Guns to be held in the heart of London’s Mayfair and will have a strong section of 12-bore Sporting Guns by England and Scotland’s finest makers.

Often known at the gunmakers’ gunmaker,

James Woodward was formed in 1874 and was acquired by James Purdey & Son in 1948.

The company produced its first over and under example 99 years ago in 1913. A scarce 12-bore sidelock ejector over and under gun, built in 1922 by James Woodward & Sons is estimated at £24,000-28,000.

Also among the 12-bores is a pair of 12-bore Imperial model sidelock ejector guns by E J Churchill, which is estimated at £5,000-7,000.

The sale will include a strong section of accessories and more curious items – which could make wonderful Christmas gifts.

For further information please contact 01798 875300 or 07831 645551 or visit www.gavingardiner.com Follow Gavin Gardiner on Twitter @GavinGardiner

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...and you could win a short break in a luxury Elizabethan manor between Honiton & Exeter

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he Christmas Market, under the eaves of Exeter Cathedral will run from Friday 23rd November until Sunday 16th December. It will be open daily from 1011am until 8-9pm and 5pm on Sundays. The Cathedral Green, at the heart of the city centre, will be brought to life by the Market, with stalls offering unique, handmade and unusual gifts, decorations and food items – everything needed for a perfect Christmas celebration and to create a real Christmas buzz at the heart of the city. Although inspired by Continental Markets, the majority of traders at the Exeter Christmas Market will represent the best of Britain and the South West.

Every entry will be entered into a prize draw and one lucky reader will win a two-night mid-week B&B break for two, including dinner in the restaurant on one evening, at Combe House Hotel in Devon.

This elegant Elizabethan manor near Honiton is hidden in a lush 3,500acre estate where Arabian horses roam freely. It is also close to the coast and was voted in the top three Best Foodie Hotels in south west England, as well as awarded the UK’s Most Romantic Hotel for 2012.

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Terms and conditions 1. The competition is open to anyone who submits an entry with a valid email address.

Please email your name and a contact telephone number stating Combe House Devon in the subject line.

2. Entries should be submitted by via email to anita@fishmediagroup.co.uk 3. Only one entry per person.

4. The closing date for entries is 1/12/ 2012. Entries after that date will not be considered.

5. The prize is a two-night break for two people sharing a room at Combe House Devon, including breakfast on both mornings and dinner on one evening.

6. Combe House Devon will use your email to send you occasional Combe House Devon emails unless you elect not to receive emails. We will not pass your personal information to any third party organisation.

7. The prize does not include transport to and from the destination.

8. The prize is non transferable and must be taken by 30 June 2013, subject to availability, excluding school and bank holidays. The prize can only be taken Sunday-Thursday.

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or those discerning fashion buyers who like their luxury crafted from the finest yarns and fabrics, using British expertise honed over generations, Archie Foal provides the first and last word in understated luxury. Their beautiful knitwear, long socks and outerwear for men and women have quickly become a byword of cool, quality for fashionistas and landed gentry alike.

The design duo behind Archie Foal, Tessa Weale and Julian Turner combine two very different fashion aesthetics. Tessa, a recent Central St Martin’s graduate combines her cutting edge design with Julian’s more classic taste, developed from working with companies like Ralph Lauren, Zegna and Triumph, creating a clothing brand which is now seen as equally at home on grouse moors as on Bond St or Shoreditch.

This broad appeal was quickly picked up by Harrods and Selfridges.

‘The idea started at a shooting party in Yorkshire’, Julian explains: ‘everyone was dressed in fairly traditional country clothing, in plus twos and breeks, but what caught my eye was the dazzling array of socks which had been knitted in a myriad of colours, often with contrasting tops, worn to the knee and held in position with garters.... they were beautiful and the quality knitting shone through’.

Following extensive research we discovered that all these socks were made by a small and ever-dwindling number of British, family owned manufactures, some of which had been supplying the niche shooting markets for over two centuries. Archie Foal is keen to support them and bring their expertise and appeal to a much larger fashion market, ‘we now work with companies across the regions, ‘Our Welsh company is by Royal Appointment to Prince Charles, the English one has been making socks since the 1750’s and the luxury of our knitwear coming from Scotland is second to none, Tessa’s Irish so we’ve got the UK totally covered.

‘I’m obsessed with quality’ continues Julian, ‘we use the best yarns and fabrics we can find, where possible these are sourced in the UK from spinners in Yorkshire to tweed makers in Scotland.’ For this winter’s collection, Archie Foal has introduced some fitted, waxed cotton field jackets with biker detailing, as well as more socks and knitwear in fine yarns, such as cashmere, angora and extra fine merino, with everything made in Britain.

Archie Foal is available from Selfridges, Harrods and online at www.archiefoal.com.

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fter graduating from Central St Martins and The Fashion Institute of Technology New York, Founders Tori Steinberg and Sophie Scrimgeour spent two years living in New York.

Inspired by the unparalleled variety and the high caliber of vintage clothing they saw in Down Town New York and Brooklyn, they were moved to bring a new approach to vintage shopping to the London boutique scene. Consequently, the idea for Elvira Vintage was born.

Offering a carefully-curated selection of unique period pieces, the vision of Elvira Vintage is to provide beautiful, one-ofa-kind vintage finds that fit into the modern day wardrobe.

Thus, when sourcing their stock, Steinberg and Scrimgeour constantly refer back to current seasonal trends, so that every piece, albeit an authentic vintage treasure, is entirely relevant to a contemporary fashion-forward wardrobe.

Vintage pieces available include pieces from brands including Paco Rabanne, Alaia, Moschino, Dolce and Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, Oscar De La Renta, Bill Blass and Givenchy. Prices from ÂŁ50 - ÂŁ500.

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major new exhibition celebrating the life and work of Valentino will open at Somerset House this month.

“Valentino: Master of Couture” will be a glamorous exhibition focusing exclusively on haute couture created by the legendary Italian designer. With a 50-year career starting in the late 1950s this exhibition will showcase over 130 hand-crafted designs worn by icons such as Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren and Gwyneth Paltrow. A prophetic designer and creator of exquisite, beautiful clothes, this is Valentino as he has never been seen before.

Featuring dresses from the couture catwalk and red carpet, as well as designs commissioned by private clients, this exhibition brings together a comprehensive collection of couture, much of which has never been seen outside the Valentino atelier. The exhibition will give visitors a rare glimpse behind the closed doors of Valentino’s world, allowing them to experience the thrill of walking the runway and reveal Valentino’s craftsmanship.

“Each of these designs have a beautiful story,” says Valentino. “The atelier crafted each so diligently by hand, taking hours, sometimes days to complete. The details are incredibly intricate, though outside the runway shows and events, the dresses have rarely been seen, so to be able to showcase these designs at Somerset House, where they can be seen in great detail by the public, is very unique.”

Known for his long-standing relationships with the world’s most glamorous women, Valentino has designed for princesses, first ladies and Hollywood icons. As a result, exhibition highlights will include the vintage dress worn by Julia 7 4 N OV E M B E R 2 0 1 2

Roberts when she won an Academy Award in 2001, Jackie Onassis’s wedding dress from Valentino’s 1968 White Collection and Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece’s pearl-encrusted ivory silk wedding gown, which the New York socialite wore to marry Crown Prince Pavlos of Greece in 1995.

The exhibition design for Valentino: Master of Couture has been created specially for Somerset House by internationally renowned design team Kinmonth Monfreda, long time collaborators of Valentino, and realised in collaboration with Valentino and Giancarlo Giammetti. The exhibition has been curated by Alistair O’Neill for Somerset House with Patrick Kinmonth and Antonio Monfreda.

Gwyn Miles, Director of Somerset House said: “We are delighted to welcome Valentino to Somerset House and show off his beautiful designs in such a spectacular way. Somerset House will be the ultimate destination for fashion and glamour this winter.”

Opening Hours 10am – 6pm Daily. Late night Thursdays until 9pm Embankment Galleries, Somerset House, Strand, London, WC2R 1LA

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The Ultimate Jermyn Street Christmas Hamper returns…

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or over 300 years Jermyn Street has been synonymous with quintessentially British style, luxury goods and service. It has become a byword for bespoke gentleman’s clothing from shirts, waistcoats, shoes and slippers to personalised socks and ties. Jermyn Street is rich in fine foods; from Fortnum & Mason to cheeses from Paxton & Whitfield, the brand immortalised

by Winston Churchill, who once observed “A gentleman only buys his cheese at Paxton & Whitfield”.

This Christmas, Jermyn Street is offering customers the unique chance to sample this luxury lifestyle with The Ultimate Jermyn Street Christmas Hamper Draw. From 1st November, visitors to the renowned street can pick up an entry postcard from participating stores, for their chance to win a fabulous Fortnum & Mason hamper filled with an array of luxury gifts.

The winner could have their wardrobe transformed by a pair of the highest quality Foster & Son shoes, a dozen shirts from Hawes and Curtis, gloves from T.M.Lewin, a box tie from Thomas Pink, cufflinks from Benson & Clegg and an embroidered waistcoat from Favourbrook. All this could be complimented by a generous voucher from the English shoemakers Tricker’s, a Private Collection scent from the Royal Warrant holding perfumer Floris and a fine leather wallet from the Royal outfitter, DAKS.

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The Ultimate Jermyn Street Hamper includes true Christmas spirit, with a bottle of 2002 vintage Fortnum & Mason Champagne, a stunning Paxton & Whitfield platter and dome with delicious cheeses and a ‘limited edition’ Christmas pudding from one of London’s most historic establishments, The Ritz London.

Winter blues could be washed away with an assortment of fabulous cocktail and dining opportunities at renowned Jermyn Street restaurants such as Rowley’s, Franco’s and Green’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar. And if this is not enough, the winner can indulge in a magnificent Champagne afternoon tea at the prestigious St James’s Hotel and Club.

Simply visit any of the participating Jermyn Street retailers from 1st November to pick up your entry postcard for this spectacular draw.

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GIVES PROFITS TO CHILDREN’S CHARITIES This year, internationally renowned forex trader Greg Secker, took to the skies of London, raising money for charity in a series of five Flying Trader events.

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ast summer, Secker made money from thin air as he hovered above the City as the Flying Trader. A trained helicopter pilot, Secker flew above London whilst trading on the foreign exchange markets, sending down live trades and tips to an audience of over 500 Knowledge to Action traders. All brokerage commissions were donated to the children’s charities Barnardo’s and Ubuntu Education Fund, and a staggering total of over £160,000 was raised.

Following the success of 2011’s events, from April to August this year, Secker held five more Flying Trader days, reaching a grand total of £250,000.

In early 2011 Secker and his partner Katherine established the Knowledge to Action Foundation to help improve the quality of life for disadvantaged children around the world. For the past year, they have organised a variety of events raising money to support this.

Last year’s Flying Trader funds were used by Ubuntu Education Fund to help launch their Early Childhood Development Programme (ECD) in Port Elizabeth, a project aimed at enabling disadvantaged children under five to enter primary schools with the same skills as their peers in London and New York.

The ECD has already given 43 children the opportunity to be involved with reading, writing, singing, art, movement and story-time, three days per week.

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The Funds also went towards supporting Barnardo’s “Hub” project. “The Hub” is a constructive workshop for youths based in East London and provides training and education for young people who are care leavers, young people who are disadvantaged by poverty, disability and abuse.

They are trained within carpentry, plumbing and decorating with the students then receiving nationally accredited qualification and the opportunity of contraction apprenticeships. The £60,000 they received through The Flying Trader allowed them to keep their doors from closing.

This year, as well as continuing to support these charities The Knowledge to Action Foundation will also be working with Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Unite and Pride ‘n Purpose charities, helping disadvantaged communities around South Africa’s Sabi Sand Reserve, and improving their access to food, water, health and education services.

Proceeds raised will be tracked daily on the Flying Trader website barometer and participants will be able to follow stories online of how the money helps each charity’s chosen project. Go to www.theflyingtrader.org to join in and watch as Secker as he trades from the skies as the Flying Trader.

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Secret London Season at London Transport Museum

The Secret London season opens at London Transport Museum in November with an exhibition of illustrations, a talk at a secret London location and a tour of a disused Underground station.

The Serco Prize for Illustration 2012 - Secret London UNTIL 10 DECEMBER An exhibition of 50 of the best competition entries submitted by professionals and students for The Serco Prize for Illustration.

Entrants were invited to create an illustration that depicts little known or unusual aspects of the capital’s history, culture, characters and communities – past or present.

Some of the illustrations are place specific showing surprising and little-known aspects of the Capital including the last working Sewer Gas Lamp in Carting Lane, a Russian Orthodox Church in West London, and part of London’s forgotten river-scape. Others take a playful, humorous approach showing wildlife in the context of famous London icons – foxes commuting on the London Underground and a ‘pigeon disco’ inside Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square.

Alongside these are illustrations that capture the hustle and bustle of the Capital, juxtaposed against others depicting calm and tranquil aspects of city life– a busy, multi-layered market scene, a solitary figure ascending the steps of Piccadilly Station and narrow boats on a canal.

The competition has been organised in partnership with the Association of Illustrators (AoI) and this is the third year that Serco has sponsored the awards and exhibition.

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The Ultimate Guide to Secret London TUESDAY 27 NOVEMBER Matt Brown, Editor of uber-cool London website Londonist.com, will share his knowledge of little known and unconsidered places and spaces in the Capital. From a haunted plague pit beneath London Bridge to the lights above Piccadilly Circus, Matt’s got the goods on London’s hidden side.

Venue details will be sent with tickets one week prior to the event.

Aldwych - The Secret Station 30 NOVEMBER TO 2 DECEMBER AND 7 TO 9 DECEMBER Discover the platform that closed at the start of the First World War so that it could store valuable artefacts from the British Museum, and see the place where films such as Atonement and V for Vendetta were filmed.

Evening tours include a short choral concert from the Transport for London Choir.

Visit www.ltmuseum.co.uk for prices and times.

Tickets for the Aldwych Secret Station tours must be booked in advance from 19 November.

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Time waits for no man, not even the suave and sharply attired 007.

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n the 50 years since Ian Fleming’s debonair secret agent introduced himself to Sylvia Trench at a card table in Dr No, global politics have changed beyond recognition. The Iron Curtain has fallen, the Cold War has thawed, the People’s Republic Of China has emerged as a superpower and terrorism has shifted into the digital realm, forcing James Bond and his colleagues at MI6 to evolve. Actors, who have been licenced to kill during these five turbulent decades, have brought something new to the party.

George Lazenby George Lazenby invested his short-lived 007 with tender romance while Roger Moore arched an eyebrow with impish glee, doling out innuendo-laden one-liners with aplomb.

Sean Connery Sean Connery married flirtatiousness with rugged machismo and bare-chested sex appeal, providing a template that successors have struggled to match.

Daniel Craig The latest Bond, Daniel Craig, has rugged physicality in abundance but his one-note interpretation of the spy who is shaken but never stirred remains devoid of personality.

Timothy Dalton Timothy Dalton added darkness and grit to his emotionally tortured agent, then Pierce Brosnan restored parity between athleticism and charm, coming closest to the glory days of the 1960s.

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It’s telling that the abiding memory of Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace is a pair of tight, blue swimming shorts. Skyfall will do nothing to dispel those concerns but is undoubtedly the best instalment of Craig’s tenure to date.

Director Sam Mendes sensibly surrounds his leading man with an ensemble of award-winning actors, who bring gravitas and humour to their iconic roles.

This tour-de-force supporting cast encourages Craig to raise his game but also exposes his weaknesses as an actor, most noticeably in a pivotal scene of heartbreak, which relies on a drenching from a previous fist fight to send droplets of water down his inexpressive face, suggesting the tears of a momentarily broken man.

In the brilliantly orchestrated action sequences, Craig is in his element and Mendes opens with a breathtaking 12-minute pre-credits sequence, which draws heavily from the Bourne franchise to propel Bond and field agent Eve (Naomie Harris) through the winding streets of Istanbul.

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of Adele’s soaring theme song that harks back to the belting ballads of Shirley Bassey. With Bond reportedly killed in action, section chief M (Dame Judi Dench) pens an obituary as a political storm rages around her. A database of MI6 assets has fallen into the wrong hands, compromising undercover agents around the world. This dereliction of duty puts M and the department’s Chief Of Staff, Bill Tanner (Rory Kinnear), in the firing line and they are summoned to Westminster before a committee including the new Chairman of the Intelligence And Security Committee, Mallory (Ralph Fiennes), and ambitious rival Clair Dowar (Helen McCrory). While M fends off sustained attacks on her reputation, news filters through that Bond has survived and M engages her physically bruised agent to track down menacing cyber terrorist Raoul Silva (Javier Bardem).

Working alongside Q (Ben Whishaw) and Eve, Bond traverses the globe in search of Silva, crossing paths with the mysterious Severine (Berenice Marlohe) in a casino in Macau, which facilitates a steamy shower sex scene. As the investigation continues, Bond unearths dark secrets from M’s past that threaten to bring down the whole of MI6.

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Skyfall looks stunning courtesy of cinematographer Roger Deakins and action sequences don’t disappoint. Bravely, the 23rd Bond assignment pares back the slam bang thrills to concentrate on characterisation and plot, putting Dench’s authority figure at the centre of the betrayal.

The film dazzles during verbal jousts, whether it’s M discovering Bond in the shadows of her London apartment (“You’re bloody well not sleeping here!”) or Silva fondling Bond’s inner thighs and asking what regulation training suggests he do. “What makes you think it’s my first time?” cheekily replies 007.

Bardem is deliciously camp and menacing, recalling classic villains of yore as he berates M for her deceptions in one breath (“Mummy was very bad!”) then guns down innocent bystanders without mercy. Dench is wonderful as ever and really excels when she abandons her desk for the field of action. Supporting actress Oscar nominations have been bestowed for far less. Whishaw asserts himself as a gadget geek with a terrific introductory scene

in an art gallery, warning Bond that “age is no guarantee of experience.”

A throwaway visual gag with his coffee mug is a hoot. Fiennes and Harris acquit themselves well but sultry Bond girl Marlohe is forgettable.

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The closing 20 minutes are the only obvious misstep by screenwriters Neal Purvis, Robert Wade and John Logan, who telegraph their intentions early on when Severine asks Bond if he will kill Silva and 007 responds “someone usually dies”. To tie up the loose ends, the writers hurriedly introduce an additional character, Bond’s old gamekeeper Kincade (Albert Finney), who exists purely to manoeuvre characters into the correct positions.

Director Mendes gets high on nostalgia to the obvious delight of Bond purists. However, he spends slightly too long looking back and not enough looking forward, and consequently stumbles with the lacklustre final showdown more befitting of an episode of The A-Team than the second biggest film franchise in history.

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THE HISTORY OF HARLEY STREET Harley Street is owned by the de Walden family and managed by the Howard de Walden Estate.

In 1711 the grid of streets around Harley Street, known as The Estate, was passed to Henrietta Cavendish Holles (the Duke of Newcastle’s daughter) who married Edward Harley (the 2nd Earl of Oxford).

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etween 1715 and 1720, Edward, with the assistance of architect John Prince, decided to develop the streets around Cavendish Square for residential purposes naming many of the streets after members of the family.

When Edward died the Estate passed to his daughter, Margaret Cavendish Harley who married the second Duke of Portland, and the area became known as The Portland Estate.

The Dukes of Portland had ownership for five generations until the fifth Duke died without issue in 1879 and the land passed to Lucy Joan Bentinck, widow of the 6th Baron Howard de Walden and thus it became the Howard de Walden Estate.

Florence Nightingale was Superintendent of the Establishment for Gentlewomen at No. 1 Harley Street in 1853. By 1860 many doctors

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had moved into Harley Street, choosing the area because of the quality housing, the central location as well as the accessibility to major train stations such as Kings Cross St Pancras and Marylebone.

As more and more doctors moved to the area they invited colleagues to work with them from their prestigious homes and Harley Street began to thrive as a medical centre, especially after the Medical Society of London opened in Chandos Street in 1873 then the Royal Society of Medicine in Wimpole Street in 1912.

Since the nineteenth century the number of doctors, hospitals and medical organisations in and around Harley Street has greatly increased. Records show that there were around 20 doctors in 1860, 80 by 1900 and almost 200 by 1914. When the National Health Service was established in 1948 there were around 1,500. It is believed

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that the primary reason that the area attracted so many medical organisations from the 19th century onwards was that these buildings were so suitable in size, layout and location for the development of medical establishments with high levels of comfort and patient care.

appendicitis just before his coronation. Today Sir Frederick Treves is probably best known for his friendship with Joseph Merrick, the Elephant Man. The story of the surgeon and the heavily disfigured man was told in the 1980’s film of the same name.

Among the many talented doctors to have practiced in Harley Street over the years was the great British surgeon and polymath Sir Henry Thompson in the 1870s who specialised in surgery of the genito-urinary tract and was appointed surgeon-extraordinaire to the King of Brussels, and Doctor Edward Bach who practiced from Harley Street in the 1920s as a specialist in vaccines and bacteriology before moving to the London Homeopathic Hospital then developing the Bach Flower Remedies.

A more recent plaque to appear above the door at Number 146 Harley Street is in recognition of the career of Australian speech therapist, Lionel Logue who successfully treated amongst others King George VI who had a pronounced stammer.

Many famous people have lived in Harley Street, including the Victorian prime minister William Ewart Gladstone, the artist . Queen’s College, founded in 1848 and one of the oldest girls’ schools in England, is situated on Harley Street.

The Estate has always been particular about the type of people allowed to practice from Harley Street, and between the two World Wars for example, an application from a resident to let out a room to a dancing teacher was strongly rejected. Until after the Second World War, which was a real catalyst for change, masseurs and psychologists were treated with suspicion.

Today there are over 3,000 people employed in the Harley Street area and the private clinics are modern, comfortable and welcoming; a far cry from the original days when Harley Street doctors arranged their own appointments and dealt with correspondence by letter in candle light and resided in the house itself.

Among the distinctive English Heritage blue plaques which adorn many buildings up and down Harley Street is one dedicated to the prominent Victorian and Edwardian surgeon Sir Frederick Treves (1853 to 1923) who charged the maximum treatment fee of 100 guineas in the 1890’s. He is credited with performing the first appendectomy in England on 29th June 1888 and of saving the life of King Edward V11 who suffered an

The architecture of Harley Street is testament to the wealth that was flowing through some sections of Georgian Society and laid the perfect foundation for the area’s industry that was to follow. However it was the prosperity of the Victorian era, the desire for medical care and the leaps in science and medicine witnessed by that age that helped establish the area as the hub of medical care that it is today.

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London’s Harley Street is arguably one of the most famous streets in the world and - unlike other areas of the city that are inextricably linked with a certain trade – Harley Street continues to flourish as a centre for private medical excellence.

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arley Street has always been an attractive address, and is one of the most famous streets in London. While the number of bespoke tailors in Savile Row might be diminishing; and newspaper production has now moved away from Fleet Street, Harley Street continues to its long and well-earned prestigious reputation for private health care.

Harley Street enjoys a long-standing reputation as a centre of private medical excellence and the district around Harley Street is more often referred to as Medical London because it has several private hospitals within the vicinity and the largest concentration of medical proficiency in the world. All the latest technology and cutting edge medical expertise has been moved into the area, and not surprisingly Harley Street is a highly desirable location from which to practice.

Whatever type of medical expertise is required you can rest assured that Harley Street will have it covered, and is the first choice for exceptional private health treatment. Harley Street is popular with celebrities who attend highly acclaimed Harley Street doctors, for various surgery, treatment and aesthetic enhancements. The area attracts top medical practitioners, dentists, psychiatrists and plastic surgeons providing first class care, each of whom require a licence from the Estate in order to practice. Harley Street is owned by the de Walden family and managed by the de Walden Estate.

Today, there are some 1,500 professional medical practitioners in and around the Harley Street area, offering a broad range of services from complementary medicine to cosmetic surgery and the range and

quality of services available continues to expand as new treatments and new diagnostic techniques emerge.

Many of Harley Streets doctors and surgeons also work in the NHS and are attached to the London teaching hospitals. Several major private hospitals are situated in the area including The Harley Street Clinic, The London Clinic and the Royal family’s favourite; the King Edward VII’s Hospital, Sister Agnes.

Harley Street is located just north of Oxford Street, and close to Marylebone High Street and the joys of Regents Park. In fact, the whole of the West End is accessible by foot and Harley Street is conveniently located for a number of quality hotels, restaurants and shops. The lively shopping Mecca known as Oxford Street, stretches for one and a half miles between Marble Arch on the West and Tottenham Court Road to the East, and boasts London’s longest row of department stores including large fashion department stores such as Selfridges and John Lewis.

Aside from private clinics, Harley Street is also home to the prestigious Queen’s College, an independent day school for girls between the ages of 11 and 18, and occupies four large houses on Harley Street, with Her Majesty the Queen their patron, it demonstrates it’s excellence in private education.

Harley Street is at the forefront in medical science and technology advancements and firmly on the map for medical excellence. If you want the very best in skills, expertise and care then look no further than this illustrious address.

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A mole (or naevus) is the term applied to any spot on the skin. Many molesare coloured (pigmented) but some have no colour.

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A melanoma is the medical term for a mole. This simply means any pigmented or n on pigmented lesion; it does not mean a cancer. Although most moles are brown, they can vary from flesh coloured through yellow and blue, to black. Moles can be many different shapes and can be single or multiple, on almost any part of the body. Everybody has moles; some people have more than others. Most moles have formed before the age of 20, but some people can get new moles well into their 30s or beyond.

Melanoma Symptoms The vast majority of moles remain benign (non cancerous) and never cause any trouble. However, a small number may change with time and have the potential to become a cancerous mole (malignant melanoma). If a mole changes in size or colour, if it itches, is painful or bleeds, or if new nodules develop around it or it looks red and inflamed then the mole should be removed for examination.

Melanoma Treatment It is important that moles are removed properly so they can be thoroughly examined. It is usually recommended that moles are removed with an ellipse of normal skin around them, aiming for a 2mm margin of clearance. Most of the moles that are removed turn out to be fine. Pathologists (doctors who examine tissues under the microscope) use different terms for benign moles.

They may be junctional, juvenile, blue, compound, dermal or intradermal. All these are descriptions for benign (non cancerous) moles. Some will be what are called dysplastic moles. These are thought to be precancerous moles that have the potential to become malignant melanomas if they are left.

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mole is the malignant melanoma in situ. This has just turned cancerous, but does not have the ability to spread.

Like the dysplastic mole, it is cured by removing it properly. Malignant melanomas proper have the ability to spread around the body, so the earlier they are caught the better. It seems that the most important factor in determining whether a malignant melanoma may have spread or not is its thickness. This is measured in mm and is called the Breslow thickness.

Depending on the thickness, a wider removal of the skin around a malignant melanoma is usually recommended. Malignant melanomas that are less than 1mm thick have a greater than 95% chance of causing no further trouble.

Another way of measuring the thickness of a malignant melanoma is the Clarkeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s level. This relates to which layers of the skin the malignant melanoma has penetrated. This is less accurate that the Breslow thickness in predicting the likelihood of further problems.Melanoma Specialists As with other cancers, it is important that people who have had malignant melanomas are treated by a team of specialists. Melanoma specialists include a dermatologist, a surgeon and perhaps a plastic surgeon, an oncologist and a pathologist.

Malignant melanoma risk factors Some groups of people should be regularly checked for abnormal moles. These include people who have had a malignant melanoma before, or there is a family history of it, fair skinned, fair haired or red haired people and those with a large number of moles, as well as those who have had considerable sun exposure in their lives, particularly with episodes of severe sunburn when they were young.

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The specialist clinics located at 108 Harley Street are:

The London Breast Clinic – Fully integrated breast care service for all benign and malignant disease with on site digital mammography, ultrasound, cytology and core biopsy allowing rapid diagnosis. Breast screening, genetic and family review also available on site.

The London Skin Clinic – Experts offer same day consultation and surgery under local anaesthetic for conditions including melanoma, skin cancer, cysts and other benign lesions, together with diagnosis and treatment of general dermatological conditions.

The Gilmore Groin and Hernia Clinic – Over 30 years’ experience of the diagnosis and treatment for sportsmen and sportswomen with Groin Disruption / Sportsman’s Groin (Gilmore’s Groin) and adductor injuries, together with herniae of all types both primary and recurrent. Both open and laparoscopic repair are available as appropriate.

The London Rectal Clinic – Expert opinion and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease including ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, malignant and benign disease of the colon and rectum including rectal bleeding, haemorrhoids, pilonidal sinus, fissure and fistula. Bowel cancer screening is also available.

The London Sports Injury Clinic – A cutting edge, multidisciplinary service that specialises in non surgical solutions for sports and orthopaedic injuries. In addition the clinic focuses on human performance and wellness. “You don’t have to be a professional athlete to be treated like one”.

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I THINK I’VE FOUND A LUMP IN MY BREAST...

WHAT DO I DO? It is completely understandable that you might worry about the possibility of breast cancer if you find a lump, but remember; most lumps are not cancer. The most likely cause for a lump depends on your age.

Women from 20s to 30s In women from 20 to 30 a definite lump is most likely to be a fibroadenoma. These are benign lumps that can sometimes be painful or enlarge but they are not cancerous and do not turn cancerous.

Women between 40s and 50s Between 40 and 50 breast cysts becom more common. These are also entirely benign. They are collections of fluid within the breast and although they can also be painful they are not dangerous.

Women aged 30 and onwards From the age of 30 onwards the gland tissue in the breast changes and it becomes more fibrous and nodular. The way the breast feels has been described as like a scaled down packet of frozen peas and occasionally, in just the same way that frozen peas can stick together to form a clump, so breast tissue can “stick together” to form definite nodular areas. These areas are also often tender but, once again, are not a sign of cancer.

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The rate of breast cancer begins to rise after the age of 40 and increases with age. Of course, breast cancer can occur at any age and I have seen cases in women as young as 19 and in their early 20s, but they are very, very rare.

The important message is, if you notice a change in your breast please get it checked. Let’s go through what you need to do.

The first thing to do is to see your GP and explain what you have noticed. They will examine you and in some cases may suggest a further check at a different time of your menstrual cycle. Some of the nodular areas can change with the cycle and this is actually a reassuring sign. If a discrete nodular area persists or your GP finds a definite lump, or is unsure, they will refer you to a breast clinic for a full assessment by the breast team. The team should consist of several consultants working together, and includes a surgeon a radiologist and a pathologist.

The investigation of any breast problem revolves around, what is

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called, the triple assessment. It is like doing a jigsaw puzzle; pieces (of information) are collected and put together until the whole picture (the diagnosis) becomes clear. Indeed, this is often termed “the diagnostic jigsaw”. In some cases only 2 pieces may be needed, in others 4, but 3 (the triple assessment) is most common. Let’s have a look at what the pieces are.

The first specialist you meet will often be the breast surgeon. They will ask questions about your symptoms (called taking your “history”). They will also ask about previous medical problems and your family history. They will then examine both breasts. How the breast feels when it is examined is the first part of the jigsaw.

If there is a definite area of change then a fine needle aspiration may be carried out. This test uses a normal sized syringe and needle.

The needle is placed into the area of the breast and “jiggled” so that a small amount of material is sucked into the syringe. This is sent away to be looked at under the microscope. More commonly now a test known as a core biopsy is done. A core biopsy takes a core of breast tissue about 1.5 cm long and 2 mm in diameter. The core biopsy is carried out by first putting some local anaesthetic into the skin of the breast. Once this has worked (it is quite quick) a small nick is made in the skin to allow the core biopsy needle, attached to the biopsy “gun”, to be placed into the breast. When the “gun” is “fired” (it is painless, but does make a noise rather like a large stapler) the needle takes the sample. This is often repeated a few times. The appearance of the cells that have been removed with a fine needle aspiration, or the result of the core biopsy, is the second part of the jigsaw.

The final part of the triple assessment involves taking images of the breast. In ladies under 35 an ultrasound scan is the commonest way of doing this. In ladies over 35 they will have a mammogram as well. Full field digital mammograms are the most sensitive type available at the moment. What an area of the breast looks like on a mammogram or an

ultrasound scan is the third piece of the jigsaw.

If the triple assessment produces the same answer at each stage the result is said to be concordant and no further tests may be needed. For example, a lump in a 30 year old lady may feel like a fibroadenoma, look like one on an ultrasound scan and a core biopsy shows pieces of a fibroadenoma.

What if the pieces don’t quite fit and the picture (diagnosis) is not initially obvious (the triple assessment is then said to be discordant)? For example, in a 50 year old lady a lump may feel like a benign nodular area but look odd on an ultrasound with a normal mammogram. In this case another piece of the jigsaw may be needed, such as an MRI scan or even, occasionally an operation to remove an area for full examination under the microscope.

An important part of the triple assessment that is not commonly mentioned is to watch how things change (or not) with time. It would not be unusual to check things a few months later, repeating some, or all, of the assessment to make sure nothing has changed.

A thorough triple assessment may actually be a quadruple assessment!

Once again it should be emphasised that in the majority of cases a triple assessment (or a quadruple one) will reveal that cancer is not present. Most symptoms are age related changes or benign lumps.

However, it is important that any new change is thoroughly investigated by a specialist to make absolutely sure that all is well.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Mr Simon Marsh MA MD FRCS is a Consultant Breast Surgeon at The London Breast Clinic, 108 Harley Street, London W1G 7ET. Email enquiries@108harleystreet.co.uk or visit the website at www.108harleystreet.co.uk.

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The Dorchester Spa features nine tranquil treatment rooms (all soundproof) including two double suites all with heated treatment beds for extra luxury. Exclusive to The Dorchester Spa is the ‘Spatisserie’, an opulent, but intimate space for a light bite to eat and if desired to also indulgence in a glass of champagne or spa cocktail.

Exuding 1930s Art Deco glamour combined with a contemporary edge, the design is inspired by the iconic British style of The Dorchester.

A sophisticated environment with emphasis on style and exclusivity, the colour palette features strong accents of deep blue and ivory complimented with sumptuous velvet, silk, leather and satin. Low – level lightening assures an atmosphere at once elegant and discreet.

Three of the best skincare product partners have been appointed to enhance the treatment menu available at the spa. Joining Carol Joy and Aromatherapy Associates is the results-driven Kerstin Florian range. Fusing the very best of European spa tradition with the earth’s richest natural ingredients and the latest cutting edge scientific research, Kerstin Florian is available in some of the world’s best spas.

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The indulgent Kerstin Florian Caviar facial is a relaxing and pampering treat that also relaxes, firms, tone and hydrates the skin. The ultimate anti-ageing treatment harnesses the benefits of nutrient-rich caviar and powerful antioxidants. Skin is left with an immediate luminescence, looking not only more supple but healthy and hydrated. Complimented with a hand and nail massage it’s the perfect regenerating treatment.

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have helped many people from all walks of life shake off the weight of the financial crisis by boosting their resilience. I show clients how to be flexible and strong enough to overcome challenges and setbacks. They overcome constraints on their performance and build on their competencies to get what they want out of life. Clients who ask about boosting confidence to become more successful are often surprised to hear that the two are not necessarily related. Some of the most successful people on the planet are enormously insecure. That is what has driven them to succeed. Whether they are happy with their lives is another question.

So what’s the secret?

My individual consultancy helps clients respond to challenges with much greater personal insight. This means practicing clear thinking about themselves, others and circumstances, through a structured process of questioning and action.

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reflecting on where they are, and wondering why they’re unsatisfied.

The great news is it’s never too late to start planning! With some thought and preparation, you can map out your future your way. There are lots of tools available to help you and it can normally be done in a day.

What do you really want?

Why? What does it look like?

How much do you want it?

What are the steps for getting it?

Would they be any different if you knew you couldn’t fail in your efforts?

When you get it, how will you know?

What are you willing to sacrifice to get it?

What are you not going to give up?

What decisions do you face now?

What else do you want?

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4. Be ready to change your plan Inevitably there will be external pressures on your plan that have to be considered. Akin to steering a boat to an island, minor adjustments to the rudder are frequent and the secret is keeping an eye on your destination.

It is crucial to monitor your thinking and decision-making so that you don’t over-adjust or talk yourself out of your plan altogether as soon as you’re knocked off course.

Verify exactly what has changed Accept circumstances that cannot be changed Take decisive actions

1. Know yourself Self-knowledge is the crucial foundation for constructing resilience.

This is the starting point from which to explore your current situation and WORDS BY FRANCINE HABIB future choices. Identify dispassionately CHARTERED PSYCHOLOGIST AND COACH your strengths, limitations and personal motivations. Observe and reflect on the effect you have on others and how that helps you get to your goals.

Adjust your route rather than your goal Start with these questions: Expect good things by putting your competencies and skills in action.

What words describe you at your best and worst?

Learn how to keep your goal firmly in mind What does a satisfying life look like to you?

What has been your biggest disappointment?

5. Cut yourself some slack What are you most proud of?

Resilience is a combination of optimism and a sense of confidence that lends us What compliment and criticism do you hear most often? the courage to persevere in the face of challenges. Resilient people also have ups What secret does nobody else know? and downs, but their long-term view and clear acknowledgement of their skills What motivates you? helps them to understand that the lows are a phase and will inevitably pass. Not What makes you anxious? hitting their target with their first shot doesn’t mean they can’t shoot. They just learn from the result to adjust their aim and try again. They inevitably hit their 2. Hold a broad and long-term view of stressful events target in the end.

The judgements we make about events and people (‘good’ or ‘bad’) control Develop/maintain good relationships with your support network of friends our feelings about them, which in turn greatly influences our behaviours. We and family then assume our feelings, behaviours and judgements are facts that cannot be Learn how to ask for help and get it changed. Yet everything can change instantly with a change of perception and Improve self-care: exercising regularly, paying attention to your own needs a corresponding change of meaning. New meaning alters how we feel about and feelings and engaging in relaxing activities ourselves and the situation. Questions to reflect on: Settle the issues that hold you back. Face up to any self-sabotage and put in How much will it matter in 10 years? place the means to resolve or bypass it What is the hidden opportunity?

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Shimmer, Sparkle and Party!

Prepare for all those fabulous soirées and get party perfect with these beauty essentials.

By Levanah Reyes-Wainwright Party Prep The night before the big event you need to ensure your skin is prepped to perfection. Cleanse with Emma Hardie’s Moringa Cleansing Balm (£34, emmahardie.com) to purify and moisturise the skin whilst naturally lifting and sculpting. Then sweep on Alpha H’s aptly named Liquid Gold (£31.50, beautybay.com) with Glycolic Acid for an ‘overnight facial’ that will very gently slough away dead skin cells, to leave you with a radiant complexion come morning. Finish with a slick of intense moisture, with pure wonder 101 ointment from Lanolips (£11, victoriahealth.com) to relieve dry, chapped winter lips. On the night, control shine with Wild About Beauty’s Mattifying Balm (£20, wildaboutbeauty.com). This lightweight, colourless balm will 1 1 2 N OV E M B E R 2 0 1 2

smooth the skin’s surface, erase the appearance of fine lines and mattify oily areas – making it the perfect base for makeup and ‘on-the-go’ touch ups.

For skin that looks natural, illuminated and bright, blend Urban Decay’s Naked Skin (£27, Debenhams) buildable liquid foundation over the top for a weightless and virtually invisible base. The light-diffusing spheres and revolutionary, paraben-free formula creates a flawless, demi-matte finish like photoshop in a bottle.

Peepers that POP! This party season try one of three catwalk trends on your eyes. For the perfect day to night golden smoky eye, Clarins Odyssey Eye Quartet Mineral

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Palette (£30, clarins.co.uk) has brown, beige and taupe-bronze that can be layered as desired with a gold leaf highlighter to add a touch of luminosity.

Or instead opt for the subtler purple smoky eye. Estée Lauder’s Gelée Powder Eyeshadow in Cyber Lilac (£19, esteelauder.co.uk) can be used dry for a sophisticated look or wet for a bold futuristic full colour finish. Finish with a trace of Tom Ford’s Plum Absolute For Eyes (£25, 0870 034 2566) gel liner onto the lash line for a flash of ruby-wine colour.

For a kick of glam with the khaki trend, start at the lash line and blend directly upwards towards the socket line with New CID’s i-colour mousse in Moss (£14, newcidcosmetics.com). This beautiful gold-flecked green pigment won’t crease or smudge. Then take Elizabeth Arden’s Beautiful Colour Eyeshadow in Golden Ivy (£16, available nationwide) and blend into the outside corners of the eyes. This charcoal khaki with a low pearl finish is infused with Retinyl Linoleate and Vitamins C and E to help to smooth the appearance of ageing signs and deliver long lasting colour with skincare benefits. If you fancy a bold look, then draw a thick line of Maybelline Master Smoky Navy Shadow-Pencil (£5.99, Superdrug) and use the in built smudger to blend out. Next add drama with Bourjois’s Lady in Black Mini Lashes with Precious Gems (£7.99, Superdrug) using their 2-in-1 False Eyelash Applicator if you are not confident applying freehand. If false lashes aren’t your thing, then apply lashings of MAC’s Zoom Waterfast Lash (£14, maccosmetics.co.uk) famous for its tear, sweat and humidity-proof formula, ideal for dancing the night.

Face the music For a flush of colour on the cheeks as seen on the AW12 catwalks, sweep on Origins Pinch Your Cheeks lightweight powder blush (£20, origins.co.uk). The sleek compact features a mirror making it easy to quickly touch up whilst out.

For a more sheer natural glow and budget friendly option, NYX Cosmetics Powder Blush in Peach (£5.50, nyxcosmetics.co.uk) delivers silky colour and last for hours. For a warm party glow, Bobbi Brown’s newest Shimmer Brick shade 24 Karat (£35, bobbibrown.co.uk) contains five different shades that when blended together create a gorgeous seasonal sparkle on the high points of the cheeks.

Party Pout Forgo eyeshadow and liner and let you lips do the talking. Velvet lip textures were the talk of the town at fashion week and Chanel’s Rouge Allure Velvet L’impatiente (£25, 02074933836) luminous matt deep berry lip colour is beautiful acessorised with lots of mascara. Hawthorn Berry Lip Velvet from Burberry (£22.50, Harrods) is a less harsh brown-based berry for those who want a softer look with moisturising benefits. If you like a more glossy lip but

dislike sticky consistencies, Mii’s Shimmering Lip Sheen in Thrill (£14.95, gerrardinternational.com) gives a slick finish and the holographic particles give a 3D effect that make lips appear fuller.

Nail It Nail Technician Aphrodite at Paul Edmonds eponymous luxe London nail bar (pauledmonds.com) says, “Classic festive colours that never fail over the party season are rich golds, silvers, deep reds and greens, and of course a touch of sparkle, which should be applied to short and blunt nails to be perfectly on trend.” Essie’s Leading Lady (£7.99, Boots) is a glittering high wattage crimson inspired by regal colours. “It’s one part Queen Elizabeth, two parts Duchess of Cambridge,” says Essie Weingarten, Founder and Global Creative Director.

Jessica Nails Platinum Wishes (£9.75, gerrardinternational.com) is a blue, silver and green glitter combo sure to get you noticed; or if you fancy a bit of modern metallica with a hint of opulence, layer Rococo’s glistening gold Alcazar (£12, Space NK) and their 24 Gold Leaf Lacquer (£35, Space NK) to add drama to your manicure. For a festive, magical sparkle YSL’s La Laque Couture Top Coat N°33 Première Neige (£18, yslbeauty.co.uk) should be applied for a wash of lunar highlight for a new twist on a classic base colour.

Crowning Glory For party hair that looks effortlessly done, wash and condition hair with LaCoupe Orgnx Brazilian Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner (Both £9.95, Harvey Nichols) to fight frizz and humidity for lustrous shine. Natural tousled waves and relaxed curls go with any outfit and TONI&GUY’s unique Hourglass Wand (£30, available nationwide) is wide at the top, tight in the middle and wide at the bottom will help you achieve this look every time. This new wand also heats up 30% faster leaving extra time for makeup application.

If you are going from desk to dancefloor and need extra volume after a long day, spray ultra sheer Ojon Rub-Out Dry Cleansing Spray (£18, 08700342454) to absorb excess sebum and give texture and oomph to flat hair. Fancy adding a few slices of colour to your hair but don’t want to commit to anything long-term? Flip-In Hair Flashes (£24.99, flipinhair.co.uk) a funky collection of five-inch wide colour flash extensions on a damage free clear wire, can be heat styled, washed and brushed just like you would your own hair, and come in a range of fabulous bright colours.

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Get those legs out with confidence thanks to Xen-Tan Luminous Gold Gel (£24.99, xen-tan.co.uk) a unique brand new incredible self-tan. This totally clear gel with a lovely subtle gold shimmer just needs to be applied by hands or a mitt and then watch as your skin transforms into the perfect golden winter tan.

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CREATE THE BEDROOM

OF YOUR DREAMS As winter approaches there’s no better time to transform your bedroom into a luxurious bolthole, where you can relax as well as sleep.

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ou’ll ensure sweet dreams if you literally allow your imagination to run wild and indulge your taste to create a sanctuary that soothes your senses. “When it comes to creating the perfect winter retreat, you need to make sure it’s as snug and as inviting as possible,” says Damian Topping at bed specialists, Dreams. “We’re demanding far more of this room than ever before, because it’s often used as another ‘lounge’ where we sit and relax, watch television, and generally enjoy private time.

“Nowadays, we find people have very definite ideas about their style. They’ve often stayed in hotels and want to replicate a look they’ve liked, whether it’s ultra-traditional, romantic or a sophisticated, ‘hotel’ style which leans to the contemporary.” The bed is usually the largest piece of furniture in a bedroom and will dominate the space, so care needs to be taken in choosing its scale, design and style. But equally important is making the right decor choice, says colour and design manager at Dulux Rebecca Thompson.

“Colour affects our mood and is particularly key in setting this room’s atmosphere. While soft neutrals conjure a serene, restful space, that doesn’t mean you can’t have colour which is so popular in homes currently,” she says. “Greens and blues are popular, and I’d favour a rising star in the colour palette, indigo. It’s a striking, rich statement shade inspired by dreamy, ocean landscapes hidden from everyone but deep sea divers. “It tones with warm neutrals or other soothing tones of blue or purple.” Get the look with Indigo Night from the Dulux Paint Mixing range, one litre emulsion, £14.89.

If a makeover’s beyond the budget, simply opting for new bedding to welcome winter can be just as effective, advises interiors specialist, Alison Cork. “Good bed linen can totally transform not only the look of your bedroom but also your sleep quality,” she says. “A beautiful set of crisp white soft sheets will give a bed an instant lift, and the comfort and texture can help you drift off more comfortably too.”

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Romantic style Four-poster beds, buttoned headboards and sumptuous fabrics are all key ingredients of a room where indulgence and sensuality rule. “This is a room which is a visual feast and pleases the senses,” says Rachael Offer, senior designer at Ashley Wilde, who have a variety of celebrity bed linen brands. “Mix sumptuous faux fur cushions with silky satin and velvet fabrics to create a full-on luxury feel. Little details count as well, from gilded mirrors to glass ornaments which catch the light, and lighting’s all important. “Give a soft flattering glow with fairy lights, side lamps or candles.”

linen from the Kylie Minogue At Home collection, from £75 for a double duvet cover, from Ashley Wilde (available from various stockists nationwide). Plunder the Littlewoods range for special touches, such as a Pearl Throw and Shams (cushions), £85, Mongolian cushion, £35, and a gorgeous duck egg blue floral Magnolia bedding set, £25 for a double set, and matching throw, £85. Create twinkling candlelight safely with Philips Imageo LED rechargeable candle lights, from £19.99 for a set of three, Amazon.

Country style

Boudoir buys The And So To Bed bed collections conjure the elegance and period detail of a grand boudoir. A Victorian-style Dickens brass bed with polished nickel finish, £7,875 for king size, is an investment piece and potential heirloom. Alternatively, you can feel like a pampered princess as you lie back on a Louvre Bedstead, currently from £999 in the Pied A Terre range, House of Fraser. It’s upholstered in buttoned soft velvet with an elegantly scrolled head and foot. Dunelm Mill is always rich on style but kind to the purse, and its white painted Lilly Metal bedstead, with brass-look details, starts from £179.99. A budget winner.

The essence of country style is pared-back decoration, with the emphasis on texture and quality and natural materials.

Decor should be simple with painted or tongue-and-groove panelled walls, or wallpaper featuring nature to help set a rustic scene. “Keep clashing patterns to a minimum and instead layer textured soft furnishings, quilts and cushions to give a snuggly feel,” says Damian Topping. “Use a large rug, such as a sheepskin, to add warmth on wooden floorboards or hard floors. Add to the air of informality by using, instead of a bedside table, books stacked in a small tower by the bedside. Opt for functional, practical lights and a few well-chosen prints for the walls. Fussy embellishment has no place in these rooms.”

Bedding Truffle satin and jet black flock combine in Edessa design bed

Boudoir buys Bare winter trees, depicted on Birch wallpaper, £20 a roll in steel grey,

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would be a perfect backdrop for a Toronto bed, in oak with leather headboard, £775 for a double. Both from John Lewis. Alternatively, treat yourself to a new headboard, such as one reflecting the trend for Highland checks and plaids. Modern headboard, double £379, upholstered in Fanshaw plaid, from Marks & Spencer.

Bedding Snuggle under an Alfie throw, £60, in faux shearling wool and suede, John Lewis. If you favour a homespun-style a cable knit throw, currently £55 from the Linea range at House of Fraser, is perfect, and would team well with its checked brushed cotton bed linen set, currently £72 for a double. Cox & Cox’s hand stitched quilted bedspread, £150, in fashionable grey, and its linen cushion covers, from £32, have an appropriate simplicity. It also has suitable accessories such as a Nordic enamel pendant lamp, £120, and a cow hide patchwork rug, £700. Add cheery seasonal colours, in red and bright blue, with striped knitted throws, £30 each, from a selection at Bhs.

Hotel chic For contemporary hotel design invest in neutral bed linen, in crisp cotton and natural fabrics, a quality duvet, and pile up fluffy pillows, says Topping. “A plain decor scheme can be enlivened with a wall of pattern whose colours tie in with the neutral shades on the wall,” he says. “Opt, ideally, for a generous sized headboard and

streamlined furniture to add subtle but understated style. Overdress the bed, with an abundance of covers, quilts and a runner to create a lavish effect.” Minimise clutter, he advises, and enhance the room with soft lighting using sidelighters and dimmers. “This style of room should cocoon you and black-out blinds and inter-lined curtains will avoid any chinks of light from disturbing your sleep.”

Boudoir buys A Zinc bedstead, from £2,999 (mattress extra), from Dreams, upholstered in a metallic weave available in lush tones of taupe, mink, silver, nickel and amethyst, also has a 26-inch TV concealed at the foot. The White Company has made this ‘hotel’ style its own with its range of classic headboards and beautiful bedroom furniture.

The buttoned Richmond, from £695, is one of my favourites, as is its white lacquer finish Linden four poster bed, from £2,500. Another great choice is a Jennifer upholstered bedstead, with button edging, £1,099 for a double, from John Lewis.

Bedding The Dorchester bed linen, made in Egyptian cotton, from £32 for a pillow case, and a Belmont Velvet Quilt, from £250, would make a decadent finishing touch. Both from The White Company. Embrace the look at a fraction of the price with Alison At Home’s Berkeley bedding set, five-star quality 300 thread count with satin spot design, from £75 for a double set.

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ith the evenings slowly drawing in, its time to cosy up for the oncoming Winter. Inviting fires, comforting textures and beautiful wintry colours will help create the perfect retreat.

Helens ever identifiable moody hues of greys, taupes and blues with splashes of bright colour help to complete the look.

Helen decided to devote half the St. Johns Hill showroom in Clapham over to accessories and furniture last Spring, it began its life as a fabrics only showroom. As the business gained momentum, Helen decided to introduce the home accessories collection to the London store, so this is the first Christmas that will really show off the full range.

Helen explains “ We are known in Dublin for our amazing seasonal accessories every year and the shop is always mobbed coming up to Christmas. I try to source decorations that will last forever, there is nothing nicer than taking out decorations every year when I am putting up the tree with the kids and knowing they are of good quality and that you will love them year on year. We always have great fun doing up the shops for Christmas and creating a really festive mood”.

In addition to decorations, Helen likes to layer up sofas and chairs with comforting blanket throws and wool tweed cushions in purples and greys. Blankets and throws can be kept in rustic rattan baskets. Large glazed church candles in hurricane lamps and elegant low lighting with some simple stylish lamps and you have the perfect Winter haven.

Helens new range of scented candles will also be launching at the beginning of November. She has spent the past six months creating her own range with a British candle company and has come up with five exclusive scents after much deliberation.

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It’s the season to cuddle up, so do it in style with the indulgent new range of accessories from Helen Turkington Interiors to take you from Autumn through to Christmas.

“I had created my own paint & fabric range, so it was time to turn to a scented candle range. We have spent years stocking other peoples candles but we were never quite hitting the mark with what we wanted in terms of the perfect scents, so I set out to create my own favourite combinations; Champagne, Peach & Cassis, White Tea & Wisteria, Leather Tobacco and Cognac and Lemon Verbena & Grapefruit.

We also added a fifth scent in with the four main ones as it is such a great scent combination for the colder months, we called it Winter, a delicious combination of Cinnamon Orange and Clove. We have been burning our samples in the stores and our customers have been placing pre orders for Christmas gifts. There is nothing I like more than walking into a room that smells of something festive and evocative of this time of year” The range will come beautifully presented in subtle grey and white boxes with Helens signature bow. A great gift for the dinner party season.

Helen Turkington Interiors 4 -5 The Parade, St. Johns Hill, Clapham, SW11 1TG, Tel. 020 7228 9435. www.helenturkington.com

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You don’t always think of retreating to the garden during the long winter months, but a garden room can make this a real possibility

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old, rain, frost, snow – usually we leave the garden to hibernate during the winter and stay curled up in our centrally heated houses. But often our winter gardens offer stunning views, and we can get a bit fed up with being indoors all the time. With a garden room from Crown Pavilions you can enjoy garden living all year round. Luke Dejahong, Managing Director of Crown Pavilions, explains, “Outdoor living is an all-year possibility with our garden rooms.

We manufacture in the UK using Canadian Western Red Cedar as the main basis of our structures. It is one of the best natural insulating

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materials and one of the most durable timbers for the outdoors. It is perfect for the UK climate. And we now offer fully insulated, doubleglazed argon gas-filled windows and doors, and solid oak rustic flooring”.

Crown Pavilions manufacture a whole range of garden rooms which can feature sitting rooms with plasma screens, studies with storage and internet connection, screens and fold back doors, mood lighting for evening entertainment, heating, hot tubs, home gyms, and outdoor kitchens or barbecues for when the weather warms up.

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Even in the winter you can enhance your use of outside space. One of the very important details is the landscaping. “When we install a garden room we are especially mindful of how it fits into your garden design,” says Luke. “Our sister company, Crown Gardens, will look after every aspect of planting and creating a beautiful setting. We advise and design the planting around the garden room to fit in with the style of your existing garden. You can landscape around the structure to create an integral part of your garden, at every season of the year.”

Crown Pavilions have created some wonderful garden rooms for many UK and international clients. They specialize in providing a tailored, bespoke service. All the products are manufactured in the UK. A garden room should be an extension of your home, and you can put it wherever you want. Planning permission is not usually required but you should always contact your local planning officer, or let Crown Pavilions do that for you. They provide a seamless hassle-free product and service from order to completion.

All that is left is for you to turn up the heat, light some candles, decorate with some winter foliage, and you have a warm winter garden retreat for whiling away the long winter afternoons.

Luke Dejahang

Managing Director of Crown Pavilions

For more information Crown Pavilions 6b Lys Mill Farm, Watlington Oxfordshire OX49 5EP Call 01491 612820 or mobile 07828986035 enquiries@crownpavilions.com

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Join the Revolution: The stylish approach to hydration

VIRGIN PURE Pure water on tap Households around the country are waking up to a new way of drinking water with Virgin Pure and the innovative WaterBars.

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Virgin Pure provides great tasting water by removing impurities, contaminants and reducing chlorine by 99% from your tap water while leaving all the essential minerals behind. The micron filters, triplepurify the water, catching even the smallest particles, such as dirt, rust and other contaminants. An ultra-violet light kills 99 per cent of unwelcome bacteria and viruses, leaving you with clean, crisp water.

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with the boiling water. You can also wake it up and send it to sleep to suit your daily needs and save energy.

65 per cent of Virgin Pure members report that their family drinks more water since joining.* Virgin Pure means an end to buying bottles of water: no more lugging, storing, chilling, recycling – or wastage. Forget filling and chilling filter jugs. And with boiling water on tap, you can pack away the kettle for good.

Purification supplies are sent in the post when they are required, meaning Virgin Pure is the easy way to have a refreshing glass of icecold water or a morning caffeine fix.

The WaterBars are available in five elegant colours: Black, Cream, Silver, Green, and Red, and with two models available choosing is difficult!

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BEAUTIFUL BESPOKE HAND-MADE KITCHENS from The Dovetail Joint ome improvement is as popular as ever right now and whilst extending upwards, outwards and even downwards are all possibilities, the kitchen is usually the most logical starting point in any plan. New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions are often where it all begins!

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very closely with you to ensure that you get what you want and kitchens manufactured at The Dovetail Joint are truly distinctive, owing in part to the high quality of materials and fittings used. Additionally, painstaking attention to detail, superb finish, and the subtle personalisation of each job allows them to take real pride in every commission.

The Dovetail Joint in Forest Hill has been manufacturing high quality, bespoke kitchens and other built-in furniture since 1990. Materials used are to the specification of the customer. The Dovetail Joint will work

Other kinds of built-in furniture, most notably wardrobes, alcove cupboards, bathroom cabinets and home office furniture are also manufactured.

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The timber and panels suppliers to The Dovetail Joint belong to the Forest Stewardship Council, or FSC whose logo identifies products which contain wood from responsibly managed forests which are independently certified in accordance with the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council.

When you buy a kitchen from The Dovetail Joint you get much more than an efficient work space. You get a room that is tailored to your lifestyle. It will be tough enough to withstand almost anything you can throw at it, yet still stylishly equipped for even the most ambitious cook.

The Dovetail Joint kitchen designers and craftsmen work as a team to combine style and individuality with traditional skills and painstaking attention to detail. They believe in teamwork with the most important player being you. Your ideas and tastes give the inspiration to create a unique kitchen which is built to the highest standards of design and workmanship, especially for you. What is more, as a small company with minimum overheads, they can afford to price their bespoke furniture very competitively.

The Dovetail Joint is a small family run business that holds to the traditional values of high quality workmanship and value for money.

As part of the full design service they take time with you, the client, and listen carefully to everything you say. They work with you to ensure each Dovetail Joint kitchen reflects your own personal style. They know that you will want to show it off. They realise how important it is to get every detail right in a kitchen that is going to last a lifetime.

Whatever your choice - wooden or painted - contemporary or period - steel, granite, Corian or glass - The Dovetail Joint will design an original layout considering every aspect of space, light and function.

They have no production line, the kitchens are hand made in their workshop by their own craftsmen and guaranteed for five years.

If you would like a beautiful, practical, hardwearing, competitively priced bespoke kitchen or any other built in furniture to enhance and improve your home call The Dovetail Joint or visit their website at www.thedovetailjoint.co.uk Or call on 020 8291 5578.

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e all do it, head upstairs to bed and make a silent prayer that seven hours of undisturbed sleep awaits, but for around one in three people, this isn’t the case. While there are multiple factors for sleep deprivation, stress and bodily functions being the main culprits, comfort is one of the barriers between most Brits experiencing that elusive good night’s sleep.

“People are always shocked to discover how much of their waking life is negatively affected by their poor sleep pattern.

Everything from their work productivity to their personal relationships, even their weight and memory can be impacted by poor sleep,” said Brent Cooper, bed expert from luxury British bed manufacturer Marshall & Stewart.

According to The Great British Sleep Survey 2012, poor sleep regularly has a negative impact on a person, both emotionally and on a physical level. The two-year survey, which documented the sleeping habits of more than 20,000 Brits, states that long-term poor sleepers are seven times more

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likely to feel helpless than good sleepers and five times more likely to feel alone, but also twice as likely to have relationship problems, suffer daytime fatigue and lack of concentration.

With lives becoming increasingly busy and work pressures continuing to escalate, experts are reporting more people than ever seeking advice and assistance, desperate to break their poor sleep cycles.

“We’ve seen a definite shift in people’s attitude towards sleep and bed purchasing over the past few years. Ten years ago it was rare for a person to seek out an expert to help them select the right bed, but now people are better educated about the importance of a good night’s sleep. More people appreciate that they spend a third of their life asleep and that this time has a massive impact on the rest of their life. Their bed is one of the most important, valuable purchases they will ever make, and we’re finally seeing people give it the investment and thought it deserves,” Mr Cooper added.

While there is no shortage of discount beds available online and in High Street stores, The Sleep Council - which is funded by the National Bed Federation, the trade

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built with longevity in mind to be beds that can last a lifetime.”

Marshall & Stewart is among the world’s finest bed manufacturers, creating bespoke handmade beds by combining expert craftsmanship and the finest natural materials. Having recently launched the brand’s flagship bed – the Koh-I-Noor, the familyowned company is committed to improving the long-term sleep health of each of its clients.

Mr Cooper, who has over 30 years’ experience in the British luxury bed industry, said: “Like with all things, you get what you pay for. Cheap beds may feel adequately supportive and reasonably comfortable in the showroom but will quickly deteriorate and you will find yourself suffering from poor sleep very quickly. Investing in a high-quality bed not only provides a more comfortable night’s sleep on day one, they are

Through a complimentary service available at the London and Surrey showrooms, each client undergoes a comprehensive bed consultation to evaluate their current sleep problems, discuss how these can be overcome and help the client select a bed that will revolutionise their sleep experience, and as result, their everyday life.

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Rather than suffer all the extra costs of moving, such as agents’ and solicitors’ fees, surveys and stamp duty, we are seeing an increasing number of clients deciding to expand and improve their homes, which leaves them with much needed extra space and adds value to their home. For example, loft extensions can add up to 10% to a property’s value.”

clients who love their family home but just simply don’t have the space for their needs. In most cases, they may already have the staple loft and kitchen extensions so the natural step on from that is a basement development.” “The cost of moving home in London can be as high as £20,000, if you’re happy where you are, why not reinvest that money into your property? Basement developments are very popular in areas such as Wandsworth, Fulham, St John’s Wood and Kensington and we are seeing more and more of it in this area.” Heath had years of experience working on basement developments before starting his own company so it made sense that Greendawn Build would offer this service.

Projects mostly include loft extensions, kitchen extensions, total redesign and remodel and even basement developments: “The best thing about basement developments is that you can add a huge amount of extra space to your property. Most councils will allow you to build up to the boundary, so you can add a whole extra floor to the house. Some even add two floors!”

Clients use basements for entertainment rooms, studies, offices, guest bedrooms, bathrooms, gyms and swimming pools, there really are no limits to what can be done. Some people can be put off the idea of a basement because of the lack of light, however, with clever use of light wells, they don’t feel subterranean.

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They provide a first class, efficient supply and fit service, as well as a full renovation and sanding package. Every option comes complete with a warranty. Whether it is strips, planks, blocks, designs or panels their fitters are experts in their field and will fit your wooden floor with attention to every detail.

Are you looking for a hardwood floor which is timeless, elegant and, quite simply, a masterpiece? Their wood floors can complement any interior whether traditional or modern, and will stand the test of time. If your home needs a lift and you are looking for a range of hardwood floors which will leave you spoilt for choice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; look no further than The Wooden Floor Specialists Ltd. They supply their floors to customers nationwide, so wherever you are based you can take advantage of their high-quality flooring and excellent service.

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enable you to discuss your project in more detail, following which they will provide a free, no-obligation quotation.

The Wooden Floor Specialists understand that their customers are looking for hardwood flooring which is sourced responsibly. This is why they take great care when sourcing their timbers, and wherever possible their products carry FSC certification. This means you can be sure that your wooden floor has been selected from only properly managed and sustainable forests.

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All products are on display in their London based showroom, which you can find in a convenient location just a few minutes walk from Balham station.

Their friendly, knowledgeable staff are ready and waiting to offer impartial advice to help you to choose the perfect floor. Their finishing shop is state of the art and customers are welcome to pop in to meet the staff and see their floors being finished first hand.

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Fifty Shades Of Grey is a best-seller with its tale of seduction, and just as irresistible is the trend for shades of grey in interiors. Gabrielle Fagan explores the sophisticated power of grey and how it transforms rooms. Grey is so sexy and sophisticated - not the masterful hero of the best-selling novel, but the decor colour.

“Give grey a starring role by using it on walls and paintwork, he suggests, and a matching gloss paint finish for woodwork. If that feels too overpowering, tone it down with pastels, white or a zingy kick of sharp citrus, which will ensure it has less of a masculine edge. Grey is full of surprises and won’t fail to seduce any setting, so follow the guide to taking advantage of its charms.

Once an overlooked ‘wallflower’ section on the colour chart, grey has shed it’s cold, institutional image, and is proving it’s power to transform any setting. Flirting with its subtle, versatile tones, from crisp charcoal and French grey to shimmering silver and mysterious smoke-grey could be just the way to turn up the heat at home.

Face the wall If you’re committing to a new relationship with this colour, the best place to start is with the walls. To find the one grey you love - experiment! Try colours in different tones by using sample pots, but ensure you see how they change with the light in your home throughout the day. It also works well to simply paint one wall in your chosen grey and use it as a backdrop to a focus piece of furniture such as a striking sofa or piece of furniture.

“Grey is a surprisingly calming and harmonious colour to live with, but you must choose the right tone,” advises Mark Upstone, head of global visual display at The Conran Shop. “Greys with more brown in the mix will feel warm - white based greys will feel colder. “Be bold. Don’t restrict yourself to a feature wall, grey looks better en masse, and use different finishes of the same tone to create intriguing interest and depth.

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Furnishing affair Texture, shape and symmetry are vital ingredients for successful grey sanctuaries. This season, splashes of colour are an antidote to our winter gloom and almost anything goes with greys. Pinks

always sit well, or you could be a little adventurous and choose a vibrant raspberry, deep purple or burnt orange and soft yellows for a lovely contrast.

Grey works in modern and older properties, and will look as beautiful in a minimalist setting matched with sleek white shelving as it will with period wood panelling and mahogany furniture.”

Seductive setting Transform a bedroom palette with greys in decor or silky fabrics to bring an air of relaxation to an uptight setting. Hang drapery panels which puddle on the floor to frame your windows with a layer of textured sheers behind them for the ultimate in privacy.

Grey tones in fabrics and wallpapers create a glamorous and striking effect, especially paired with pattern and texture. It’s a chic, streamlined look which also taps into the five-star ‘hotel’ trend which will be very evident in interiors this autumn.

If passion for the look is running high, dress a bed appropriately in shades of grey bedlinen. Simple luxury touches are essential such as rugs and lighting.

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So it can be incredibly frustrating – even disastrous – when it all goes wrong. Often it is difficult to know what to do and where to turn for help.

Until now, solving computer and technology issues could be expensive and confusing. However, a new service launched this summer is determined to change that.

Student@Home is a call-out service that provides expert tuition and technology support for homes and small businesses. Offering an innovative and affordable solution to all those computer problems, it is delivered by a team of talented and friendly IT students from the top computer science courses in London.

The idea originated in the Netherlands, and has been brought to the UK by young social entrepreneur Kelly Klein. Hearing about Studentaanhuis.nl, based in the Netherlands, Kelly was intrigued by their unique concept of using top-notch students to deliver quality, value for money IT support – and so she decided to explore it further.

“All of this makes my daily life so much easier. I don’t know how I went without the internet for so long!”

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Aware of the high unemployment rates, and the number of people who still find technology intimidating, Kelly, who has always has an entrepreneurial spirit, developed this unique concept to deliver a much needed service in London.

It’s not just individuals like Dorit who can access the Student@ Home service. Those running small businesses at home or in offices will know only too well how critical their IT is, and what a challenge it can be to find help when it goes wrong or when they don’t understand how to make best use of the technology they have.

“A lot of technology and computer support is expensive and inaccessible,” says Kelly. “At the same time there is a pool of gifted IT students out there struggling to get work experience.

We’re taking two problems here and making them into solutions. We’re creating jobs for these students and a cost efficient, knowledgeable and friendly service for customers.”

“Working with small businesses is really important for us,” says Kelly. “Small businesses are often the life-blood of local communities and we want to support them as much as possible. It’s also fantastic for our students, who gain great experience for when they graduate and want to use this to forge their future in the world of employment.”

Dorit Dowling, a 59 year-old psychologist from Hammersmith, recently used Student@Home. Before accessing the service, Dorit had never even turned a computer on. Now, she is more in touch with family members and is also taking advantage of benefits such as online shopping.

“The student was really friendly and supportive,” says Dorit.

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Dorit adds: “Being able to use the internet means I am able to stay connected with my family overseas. I’m starting to learn about social media and online shopping, all of this makes my daily life so much easier. I don’t know how I went without the internet for so long!”

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n May 1968, Sonia Rykiel founded her fashion label and opened her first boutique in Rue de Grenelle, on the Left Bank in Paris. She transformed the sweater into her signature item and was appointed the fashion world’s “Queen of Knitwear”

by Women’s Wear Daily magazine in 1970. In quick succession Sonia invented inside-out stitching, no-hem, and ‘unlined’ pieces that reflected a brand new philosophy : ‘la démode’, or ‘un-fashion’. She believes in a total-look adapted to a woman’s individual personality and creates a unique style that is recognized the world over whose key motifs are black, stripes, lace, crystals and written messages.

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On the 40th anniversary of her fashion house there was a tribute show in Paris by 30 designers including Jean-Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld and Christian Lacroix showing Sonia Rykiel inspired outfits, Her daughter Nathalie is now Creative Director and CEO of the company, taking it from strength to strength.

A spirit of rebellion and Rykiel are inextricably linked and seductive textures and humour are evident in the latest Sonia Rykiel Maison collection of accessories for the home using designs inspired by the fabrics. This third collection continues to celebrate the spirit of Saint-Germain-des-Près, with its alluring mix of couture and colour.

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There are classic-chic motifs, sensual luxurious textures and feminine colours typifying the cosy elegance which is so Rykiel The new cushions are Malice with an appliqued velvet bow on linen; Insolent with the sophisticated stripes of Rue du Dragon now turned on the diagonal; the Eloge cushions are flirty and tactile with the positive and negative roses of Rue Princesse overlaying handwriting; the tweed of Rue Casanova, buttoned at 4 points, is shown on the Audacieux cushions; Duetto has the 3 broad stripes of the Rue Madame fabric embossed with the designer’s initials and finally Tendre is framed with appliqued striped grosgrain ribbon neatly tied in a bow at the corner

The collection includes ready-made curtains with eyelet headings for hanging directly onto a pole - ‘Charmant with delicious pastel roses on a field of linen gently floating and filtering the air; ‘Gracieux in cotton and linen neatly bordered and tied at the top with striped grosgrain ribbon and Volutes, giving a subtle impression of French shutters in the lustrous semi-sheer Rue Mazarine fabric The chunky cable knit Merveille throw in soft 100% cotton is designed for winter nights on the sofa and last but certainly not least, there is the ultimate doormat to welcome visitors with a handwritten welcome message - ‘Home’ ....!

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Art is on the floor with the delicious Delicat rug brazenly exhibiting a carpet of out-size roses in red and pink or orange on an inky black background or for everyday tweeds the Fougueux woven 100% wool rug is a witty take on the dog-tooth Rue Casanova fabric, in grey/ white or black/cream

For stockists of Sonia Rykiel Maison contact Lelievre on 0207 352 4798 www.lelievre.eu

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t Visentin Casa, we work from our newly refurbished and redesigned showroom on the Kings Road, with every item made at our factory in the town of Rosa in Veneto, Italy.

Located in the beautiful Veneto region north of Venice, every piece from a single bespoke coffee table through to a fully panelled room is made with the same level of quality and detail.

Each piece is made to clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desired specification, be it bespoke in size only, or finished in a certain colour or gold and silver leaf to suit any interior. We can colour match and even age pieces to sit perfectly along side existing furniture, but adapt the new pieces to integrate with todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern audio and visual technology. Televisions and audio equipment can be integrated with our furniture to preserve the traditional feel of rooms.

Visentin Casa manufacture fine panelled libraries, study furniture including bespoke bookcases, and also a full range of bedroom and dining furniture. Clients are invited to browse our finishes and see our furniture in person at our showroom on Kings Road, and discuss preferred finishes and styles with one of our furniture designers.

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We currently ship all over the UK and can assist with projects nationwide.

Our in house team of fitters can fit out rooms with panelled walls, fireplaces and even hidden doors and bookcases perfectly tailored to hold any size collection of literature.

We offer a complete service, from the initial site meeting to discuss requirements and view any existing furniture, through to handling all logistics in the transportation of goods from our factory in Italy to the UK. We also offer a full interior design service and can co-ordinate with clients own builders or use our in-house service to assist with any part of your home.

The two most important parts of our business are the quality of our furniture and the service we offer clients; from the initial meeting through to completion we ensure the highest levels of attention and work hard to create a timeless and comfortable home for you.

For more information about Visentin Casa UK visit the showroom at 541a Kings Road, London, SW6 2EB or call 020 3441 5709 or visit www.visentincasa.co.uk

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THE MOST EXPENSIVE HOME IN BRITAIN AT A PRINCELY SUM OF £300 MILLION The former residence of a Saudi crown prince, 2-8a Rutland Gate is thought to be the most expensive home ever marketed in Britain.

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he land of the super-rich is in London, and in one highly exclusive corner of it, a discreet address just to the south of Hyde Park – a prestigious property is seeking buyers, at an asking price of £300m. Overlooking the park, seven storeys and an astonishing 45 bedrooms, the property would make an appealing pied-à-terre for an invester with deep pockets. The 60,000 sq ft on offer is only slightly smaller than the playing surface of a football pitch.

Those wanting to have a look round will be disappointed, however.

The house is not for sale on the open market; instead, it is being offered discreetly by a number of agents to a very select handful of potential purchasers with a third of a billion to spare.

The mansion, originally built as four family homes until being converted into one dwelling, was formerly the London residence of Rafiq Hariri, the billionaire former prime minister of Lebanon, until his assassination in 2005 in a Beirut car bomb. Following his death, the Financial Times reported, it was made over to Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, thanks to Hariri’s close personal and business ties to the Saudi royal family. The prince died in October last year. Even considering its luxurious specifications, the property is rumoured to include a swimming pool, vast kitchen and lavish interior decor incorporating millions of pounds worth of gold leaf – the asking price of £300m is unprecedented, dwarfing the £140m paid last year by Russian banker Andrey Borodin for Park Place near Henley, previously Britain’s most expensive house. The penthouse suite at One Hyde Park in Knightsbridge, the flagship development of the Candy brothers, had previously sold for £136m.

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So would be interested in a property whose stamp duty alone will come to £21m? “The list of people who can afford it would be very brief, and will be on the Forbes 500 list,” said the property expert Henry Pryor. “The person who buys it will be looking for the opportunity to have one of the best addresses in London – it’s a trophy rather than an investment.”

Britain’s economy may be slow, but the continuing demand at the very top of the housing market continues to drive up average London prices, even as the rest of the country shows no sign of reanimation.

Overseas cash buyers helped push the capital’s sale prices up 6.5% in the 12 months to July 2012, according to Land Registry figures, compared with 0.3% nationally. In that month alone, the last for which figures are available, 34 properties were registered as selling for more than £5m. The most expensive of them, in Farm St, Belgravia, changed hands for £28,134,500.

Oliver Hooper of the purchasing agency Huntly Hooper said the Hyde Park property “is one of London’s most unique residences and really only comparable to two others” – Bridgewater House, a Victorian mansion next to St James’s Palace, and Dudley House in Mayfair, both owned by foreign billionaires. As they are not for sale, Hooper said, “I suspect this will be the only chance to get a house of this size in the area for a good number of years. Properties like these are in such short supply that for them to become available for purchase is a very rare opportunity. I suspect the buyer will be foreign and the purchase of it kept very confidential.”

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